Minister of Government Communication Mohammad Momani on Wednesday renewed Jordan’s strong condemnation of repeated attacks on humanitarian aid convoys, the latest of which occurred earlier in the day, when several trucks were assaulted and forced to stop for extended periods.
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The convoy, consisting of 30 trucks that had crossed the Jordanian border en route to the Gaza Strip, was targeted by settlers who blocked the road and pelted the vehicles with stones. Four trucks sustained damage, including shattered windshields and other material losses.
In a statement to the press, Momani criticized what he described as a lax approach in dealing with settlers who obstruct aid convoys and endanger the lives of drivers. He noted that this was the second such incident in a week, following a similar attack last Sunday that forced two trucks to turn back to Jordan.
"This situation demands serious Israeli intervention," he said, stressing that the failure to prevent such acts constitutes a violation of international law and existing agreements.
Momani, who is also the government spokesperson, pointed to the growing logistical challenges faced by the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO), including a burdensome electronic application process, indefinite inspection times at border crossings, limited inspection hours, and newly imposed customs fees ranging from $300 to $400 per truck that have been in effect since July 10.
While Jordan continues to conduct airdrops in coordination with several Arab and Western partners, Momani emphasized that these efforts remain insufficient and cannot replace the vital role of land convoys.
He noted that under normal circumstances, the journey from Amman to Gaza could take just two hours. However, due to mounting restrictions and deliberate delays, convoys now take up to 36 hours to complete the trip.
