Amman, April 2 (Petra) -- Foreign ministers from Jordan and a group of regional and international partners have issued a joint condemnation of a newly approved Israeli law permitting the application of the death penalty against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, warning that the move marks a significant escalation with broader regional implications.

In a coordinated statement, the ministers of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Egypt said the legislation, passed by the Israeli Knesset, risks deepening tensions and undermining regional stability.

The ministers said the measure reflects a continuation of policies they described as discriminatory, warning that its implementation, particularly against Palestinian detainees, could further exacerbate an already volatile situation.

They also raised concerns over conditions in Israeli detention facilities, citing reports of ongoing violations, including torture, inhumane and degrading treatment, and the denial of basic rights.

The statement framed these developments as part of a broader pattern of actions affecting Palestinians in the occupied territories, reiterating rejection of policies based on discrimination and escalation.

The ministers called for restraint and urged the international community to step up efforts to ensure accountability and prevent further deterioration, stressing the need to safeguard regional stability amid mounting pressures.

//Petra// RZ

02/04/2026 11:20:13