Ammon News - AMMONNEWS - The Jordanian government on Wednesday stressed its stance towards the ongoing conflict in Syria, calling for a political solution that would preserve the unity and stability of the neighboring country.

Government spokesperson and Minister of Media and Communications Mohammad al-Momani denied in statements to Ammon News on Wednesday that Jordan closed its borders with Syria.

The statement comes in response to unverified reports that Jordanian border guards clashed with armed Syrian groups on Tuesday.

The situation in Syria has a humanitarian dimension, and Jordan holds steadfast to its stance in allowing Syrian refugees into the Kingdom, the minister said.

He stressed that international laws and conventions ratified by Jordan prevents it from closing the borders in the face of civilian refugees at a time of war and crises, the Minister said, adding that international agencies have expressed their recognition and that they value Jordan's humanitarian role in hosting the over 550,000 Syrian refugees since the spark of violence in Syria over two years ago.