Military Vets Protest in front of Royal Court

2011-04-17

By Amal Ghabayen

AMMONNEWS - Dozens of retired military veterans protested on Sunday in front of the Royal Hashemite Court in Amman calling for equal rights in pensions and disability benefits.

The protestors called for equal rights as the services granted to new retirees, stressing that their demands are just considering the "major differences" between the wages and rights of old and new veterans.

Following a proposal by Chief of the Royal Guards for dialogue, the protestors were divided on the decision to accept the proposal and choosing a spokesperson and representatives, leading many protestors to withdraw.

The protestors raised banners stressing that "Respecting Veterans is a National Duty," and "We Sought Dialogue, But No One Listened," and stressed that military veterans are the shield and protection of the country.

Meanwhile, Royal Court Guards offered water bottles to protestors who arrived in the early afternoon hours on a hot and sunny day.

Source: Ammon News.
Link: http://en.ammonnews.net/article.aspx?articleNO=11903.