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A fierce digital army of citizens defending “Jordan"


In a pivotal moment when the world's attention was fixed on Jordan’s steadfast stance on the Palestinian cause, Jordanians once again demonstrated their unwavering resilience and deep-seated loyalty to their homeland and Hashemite leadership. Despite the systematic media campaign that attempts to undermine Jordan's position, whether through media channels or through hundreds of pages directed on social media, Jordanians stood up with all ferocity and heroism to defend their country and its national and humanitarian message.

On the eve of King Abdullah II’s meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, a coordinated media offensive sought to distort Jordan’s position, particularly concerning the Palestinian issue. The campaign falsely portrayed Jordan as having compromised on Palestinian rights, accepted forced displacement, and acquiesced to American pressure regarding the resettlement of Gaza’s population. However, the Jordanian response was swift and far-reaching, transcending official statements to manifest in an unprecedented wave of grassroots digital mobilization on social media platforms. This surge effectively dismantled the fabrications with compelling facts and unwavering conviction.

This was not the first attempt to manipulate Jordan’s stance, but what set this wave apart was the emergence of a vast and highly aware counter-movement in the digital sphere. Social media platforms—often exploited for spreading misinformation—were transformed into a battleground where Jordanians defended their country with remarkable vigilance and awareness.

Each time a fabricated post or misleading claim targeting Jordan and its leadership surfaced, it was met with an immediate and powerful response. Hundreds, if not thousands, of comments poured in, dismantling the false narratives and reinforcing Jordan’s unwavering principles. This was not merely an emotional reaction; it was a well-informed national campaign grounded in historical facts and political realities, effectively neutralizing attempts at disinformation.

As an academic specializing in social network analysis, I can confidently say that the passionate engagement of Jordanian men and women exemplified the very essence of “citizen journalism.” Jordanians did not wait for official press briefings or government responses; they took the initiative themselves, ensuring that Jordan’s noble stance could not be misrepresented or distorted.

Today, from the youngest to the eldest, Jordanians refuse to allow their national identity and steadfast principles to be compromised. They recognize the actors behind these deliberate attempts to misrepresent Jordan and the ulterior motives driving such misleading portrayals. The response, however, has been resolute and unequivocal: under its leadership and with the unity of its people, Jordan remains impervious to infiltration. It will continue to stand as a pillar of unwavering support for the Palestinian cause and the broader Arab world.

Ultimately, this crisis has proven that Jordanians are not passive viewers but a vigilant and informed digital force defending their country on all fronts—both on the ground and in cyberspace. Their collective voice sends a clear message to the world: Jordan’s principles are unshakable, its leadership unwavering, and its people resolute in safeguarding their national integrity.

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