Amman: Hundreds of people from various walks of life in Jordan have signed an open letter urging the government to seek the withdrawal of U.S. military forces from the country, according to a report by The New York Times.
The newspaper reported that the letter, published last week, argues that the presence of U.S. troops in Jordan poses a threat to the country’s sovereignty.
According to the report, the signatories expressed concern that the continued presence of foreign forces could expose Jordan to security, political, and economic risks.
The Jordanian government’s spokesperson did not immediately respond to the allegations and demands contained in the letter, the newspaper said.
The report also stated that during a Jordanian parliamentary session on Monday, a proposal by lawmaker Ali Al-Khalayleh to offer condolences over the deaths of U.S. soldiers sparked strong objections from other members of parliament.
According to the newspaper, one legislator accused the U.S. military of killing children, women, and elderly people. The report did not include a response from U.S. officials regarding that allegation.
The New York Times noted that experts believe it is difficult to determine how broadly the open letter reflects public opinion, as Jordan does not regularly conduct nationwide public opinion surveys on such issues.
The report highlights ongoing debate within Jordan over the country’s security partnerships and the presence of foreign military forces. However, it does not establish that the views expressed in the letter represent the position of the Jordanian government or the wider Jordanian public.
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