Silent Neighbors: Jordan and Egypt

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In the face of escalating conflict, the plight of Palestinian refugees seeking asylum remains a pressing issue. However, the doors of neighboring countries Jordan and Egypt remain closed to them, an act rooted in a cocktail of historical, political, security and regional concerns.

The reluctance of these nations goes beyond mere unwillingness. Jordan and Egypt, echoing the broader general sentiment among Arab states, advocate for Palestinians to remain on their land despite the escalating violence. The underlying fear is a new wave of permanent displacement, similar to what occurred in previous decades, which might lead to an irrevocable loss of Palestinian territory.