Jordan, UN stress need to uphold US-Iran ceasefire

Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres met in Amman to discuss the repercussions of the dangerous escalation in the region and efforts to restore calm and lasting security, according to a Jordanian statement.

The two sides affirmed the importance of committing to the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and resuming negotiations to reach a comprehensive solution that addresses all causes of tension and ensures freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with international law.

Safadi also stressed the need to implement all items of Trump’s peace plan for Gaza and lift Israeli restrictions blocking sufficient humanitarian aid into the Strip, which continues to face a humanitarian catastrophe. On the occupied West Bank, Safadi affirmed the necessity of concerted efforts to stop the illegitimate Israeli actions that entrench the occupation, drive further tension and violence, and undermine all chances of achieving just and comprehensive peace.

A cautious calm has prevailed since Friday, with the US pausing its strikes on Iran and Tehran halting retaliatory attacks for a fourth consecutive day. According to Mehr News, the meeting highlighted the urgency of de-escalation and diplomatic engagement.