AMMAN — The UK has called for
de-escalation and respect for the current status arrangements for the holy
sites in Jerusalem. The move comes amidst escalating tensions after
Israeli forces violently raided Al-Aqsa Mosque, one of the holiest sites in Islam.
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According to the Jordan News Agency,
Petra, the UK has emphasized its "appreciation for
Jordan's important role as custodians of the holy site".
James Cleverly, UK Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, called on all parties to
respect the historic status quo arrangements at the
holy sites of Jerusalem and
to cease all provocative actions.
Cleverly emphasized that London is a
strong supporter of
religious freedom and belief, and called for places of
worship to be respected.
Condemnation"We value Jordan's important
role as custodian of the holy sites in Jerusalem and condemn the
Israeli police violence at the Al-Aqsa Mosque," Cleverly said.
He urged Israel and the Palestinian
Authority to take steps to honor the commitments agreed at
Sharm Al-Sheikh and Aqaba. Cleverly concluded that "peace will only be sustainable if both the
Israelis and Palestinians recommit themselves to a negotiated settlement,
leading to a two-state solution of a secure Israel side-by-side with a viable
Palestinian state."
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