Ammon News - Jordan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva, Akram Harrahsheh, said the Jordan Armed Forces – Arab Army intercepted more than 240 missiles and drones launched by Iran toward the Kingdom since Feb. 28.

Speaking before the United Nations Human Rights Council on Wednesday, Harrahsheh indicated that the armed forces and security agencies also dealt with more than 414 falling projectiles, while 24 civilians were reported injured.

Harrahsheh strongly condemned the attacks targeting Jordan and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, describing them as a flagrant violation of international law and state sovereignty. He reaffirmed Jordan’s full solidarity with Arab and Islamic nations and its support for measures taken to safeguard their security and stability.

The Ambassador noted that the attacks and their repercussions pose a direct threat to human rights in the region, particularly the rights to life, health, and an adequate standard of living.

In the same context, The Ambassador welcomed the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2817, submitted by Jordan and GCC countries, describing it as an important step reflecting international consensus condemning Iranian attacks and rejecting violations of Arab states’ sovereignty and security.

He stressed the need to halt the attacks and restore calm, warning of a potential escalation of the conflict, and underscoring the importance of diplomacy and dialogue in promoting regional security and stability.

The United Nations Human Rights Council held an emergency session on Wednesday to discuss the repercussions of the Iranian attacks on Jordan and Gulf states.

Jordan and GCC countries had requested the urgent session last Thursday to address the attacks, which targeted civilian sites and energy infrastructure across the Middle East.