Government Action
Jordan's Interior Ministry declared the an illegal organization, banning all its activities and ordering the closure and confiscation of its assets. This decision follows accusations of the group planning attacks and engaging in destabilizing activities.
The ban affects the , the Brotherhood's political wing in Jordan, which won the most seats in the last parliamentary elections. Authorities have surrounded and searched the Front's headquarters in .
Responses and Implications
The Brotherhood denies the allegations of involvement in a sabotage plot and claims to be committed to Jordan's security. The group's leadership and international observers have criticized the government's actions as a severe crackdown on political opposition and civil society.
This move marks a significant shift in Jordan's relationship with the Muslim Brotherhood, potentially affecting the country's political landscape and its status as a stable ally in the . The decision comes amid broader concerns about the erosion of civic space and political freedom in Jordan.