Jordan's Government Bans Muslim Brotherhood Amidst Security Concerns

In a decisive move, Jordan's government announced a ban on the Muslim Brotherhood just days after reports of individuals from the group being detained over accusations of planning drone and rocket attacks. The Interior Minister, Mazen al-Faraya, revealed that all operations related to the Brotherhood would cease, and any remaining assets would be confiscated. No immediate comments were made by the Brotherhood on the matter, although they have previously denied any involvement in potential attack schemes. The group's political wing, the Islamic Action Front (IAF), which is the leading opposition party in the parliament, underwent police raids following the government's announcement. Wael Saqqa, the IAF's secretary general, argued the group’s independent operational nature and commitment to lawful conduct.

In 2020, Jordanian authorities declared the Brotherhood "dissolved," yet the organization continued its political activities, including participation in parliamentary elections. Recent intelligence operations led to the arrest of 16 individuals suspected of plotting attacks that threatened national integrity, involving explosives, automatic weapons, and drone training. The Interior Minister accused Brotherhood members of covert operations threatening public safety, claiming discoveries of hidden weapon stores and attempts to destroy incriminating documents. Despite the accusations, the Brotherhood maintains they operate peacefully and emphasized their historical mission of establishing a state governed by Islamic laws. Initiated in Egypt nearly a century ago, the Brotherhood faces bans in various Arab nations where they are labeled as threats to governance and stability.