Jordan foils plot to ‘harm national security,' arrests 16 suspects
The General Intelligence Department said the suspects planned chaos and sabotage with their alleged plans involving the possession of explosives and automatic weapons.
The plans also included the manufacture of rockets, the concealment of a ready-to-launch rocket, besides plans to develop drones and the training of individuals both domestically and abroad.
State media reported that the suspects are believed to be affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood, designated by many countries including Egypt as a terrorist group.
However, the Muslim Brotherhood has denied any connection to the alleged plots, insisting it had no knowledge of the activities.
Communications Minister Mohammed al-Momani confirmed that all 16 suspects have been referred to the State Security Court on charges related to violations of the Anti-Terrorism law.
Egypt strongly condemned 'the terrorist plots aimed at undermining the security and stability' of Jordan, stressing full support for the Jordanian authorities in all measures to counter such attempts.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty emphasized to his Jordanian counterpart, Ayman Safadi, Egypt's backing of Jordan in confronting all forms of terrorism and extremist groups.
He added that Egypt stands 'in solidarity with Jordan in confronting these destructive and subversive plots.'
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