Geopolitical Briefing: Jordan
— 10 August 2025
- Jordan to host tripartite Jordan–U.S.–Syria meeting on Syria’s reconstruction.
- Jordanian official rejects Israeli proposal to involve Arab countries in Gaza governance, stressing Palestinian-led solutions.
Jordan convenes U.S.–Syria–Jordan talks on post-war Syria reconstruction
Today, Amman will host a critical meeting with U.S. Special Envoy Thomas Barrack and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al‑Shibani to plan the reconstruction of Syria on a foundation of security, stability, and sovereignty (Reuters, Reuters, Reuters). This marks a significant diplomatic role for Jordan, positioning it as a facilitator of regional state-building. However, this reflects the country’s limited strategic agency: its role is shaped by the need to maintain ties with both Washington and Damascus, revealing its constrained autonomy under prevailing geopolitical pressures.
Jordan rejects Israeli plan to cede Gaza governance to Arab states
On 7 August, a Jordanian official publicly rejected Prime Minister Netanyahu’s assertion that Arab countries might govern Gaza, emphasizing that “Arabs will only support what Palestinians agree and decide on” (Reuters). This statement underscores Jordan’s tightrope walk: while responding to popular anti-Israel sentiments, it must frame its posture within the limits determined by external powers and diplomatic entanglements, safeguarding internal legitimacy without provoking its Western patrons.
