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Zaidoon Alhadid is a journalist and political commentator based in Amman.
Talking about a cabinet reshuffle is no longer a matter of seasonal speculation or media leaks. It has become an objective necessity dictated by changes on the ground and by the performance of the government team itself. Today, the issue goes beyond merely switching names or recycling positions — it reaches a deeper level concerning the essence of public administration and its readiness to keep pace with the rapidly evolving challenges both domestically and internationally.
It appears that the Israeli occupation considers the Gaza file “closed” — now shifting its focus to a new phase of ethnic cleansing targeting Palestinians both within and beyond the 1948 territories. In a politically and security-motivated move with implications far beyond the Green Line, Israel began enforcing a new law in May 2025 allowing the revocation of citizenship and residency of Palestinians from the 1948 territories under the pretext of “supporting terrorism.”
The idea of “free electricity” in a country burdened by chronic financial pressures may sound like a far-fetched luxury. However, global experiences and economic realities suggest that investing in renewable energy, particularly solar and wind, is not only feasible but increasingly cheaper and more sustainable than traditional energy sources.
Revisiting the issue of independence at this depth is not about reliving the past, but rather issuing a warning about the future. It’s a strategic attempt to re-engineer national discourse—one that starts from foundational principles rather than reactive impulses. A nation that forgets its origin often loses its sense of direction.
In a world where the meaning of alliances shifts daily, where an enemy can quickly become a potential partner, and a longtime ally can lose privileges at the first sign of disagreement, Donald Trump's political philosophy stands out. It's a doctrine that disregards traditional constants: he despises prolonged wars and thrives on quick deals—even with former adversaries. From Gaza to Sanaa, Tehran to Moscow, and Tel Aviv to Kyiv, Trump decided that nothing lasts but interests. For him, the Middle East is no longer a battlefield for wars, but fertile ground for transactional diplomacy.
Anyone closely following recent U.S. statements—particularly those made by Special Envoy Stephen Whitkoff regarding his hopes to achieve progress in ceasefire efforts in Gaza before or during President Donald Trump’s regional visit—can sense that far more is unfolding behind the scenes than just a truce or a prisoner exchange deal. The visit, which includes Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, while notably excluding the Israeli entity, carries clear political and security messages aimed at redrawing regional alliances and understandings according to a cautious and calculated American vision.
We continue to witness the government of Dr. Jaafar Hassan making commendable efforts to improve the economic environment and achieve financial stability and sustainable growth. However, the role of the Securities Commission stands out as one of the essential pillars that urgently requires the government’s attention.
At the outset of this article, I will address the most prominent and pressing question echoing today within the halls of Parliament and across public discourse: Is banning the Muslim Brotherhood enough? Or does the real solution lie in dissolving the Islamic Action Front (IAF)—the political arm of the Brotherhood, represented by 31 MPs under the dome?
Amid the accelerating pace of events both locally and regionally, Jordan is periodically subjected to waves of public agitation, sparked by misleading narratives that aim to create crises — often through social media and other platforms. These campaigns may sometimes stem from individual actions, while at other times they appear to be part of coordinated schemes designed to destabilize the internal front, undermine trust in official institutions, or stir sedition and divisiveness.
I write the letters of this article in a way I’ve never written before—perhaps because there is nothing left to say. A year and a half since the beginning of the devastating war on Gaza has left it with nothing. Time there is no longer measured in days, but in rubble. The past 18 months can only be counted in pain, destruction, and betrayal. They have turned a once-vibrant city into a ghost town of ruins.
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