Fears of October 7-type attack that could come from Jordan
A country that supposedly made peace with Israel 3 decades ago, but in reality has been anything but that, could be where more jihadist danger could end up coming from, as residents near Jordan's border fear:
Residents of the Eilot Regional Council, which spans a large area in southern Israel, have recently experienced a sharp rise in suspicious activity along the border with Jordan.This is absolutely chilling to think about, but tragically, it's entirely possible, and not only that, Jordan's government could break the peace treaty they once signed so mendaciously.
While the border is considered peaceful, several reports of infiltrations in recent weeks, including one about a vehicle that crossed the border and disappeared along Highway 90, have heightened fear among residents. In an exclusive interview, the Council Head, Hanan Ginat, describes the complex reality and the measures being taken to address the security threats.
"The Jordanian border is a peace border, but it is more exposed than ever," emphasizes Ginat. "The Eilot Regional Council, which covers 13% of Israel's land area, is located in the strategic southern region of the country, with around 170 kilometers of border with Egypt and Jordan. While the border with Egypt has a modern fence, in vast parts of the Jordanian border, there is no barrier to prevent or delay anyone who wants to cross."
According to Ginat, smuggling along the Jordanian border has increased in recent years, and fears of terrorist activity are growing. "Unfortunately, in recent years, we've seen how the open border is increasingly used for smuggling drugs and weapons, and the constant fear is that someone will attempt to carry out a terror attack through it."
The complex security situation has led the council to take proactive steps to protect its residents. "The Arava communities are spread along the border, and our agricultural lands extend right up to it," says Ginat. "Even before the war and especially after it broke out, the council has significantly bolstered civilian forces operating in the area, including emergency response teams in the communities and other volunteer units made up of our dedicated residents, which are meant to be the first response in an event."
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