Jordan

Bahrain to Join Fight Against ISIS

Jordan's royal palace said Monday that Bahrain is ready to join Jordan in its fight against terrorist organization Islamic State.

Jordan Says ISIS is '20% Defeated'

In revenge for burning of pilot, Jordan strikes 56 air raids since last Thursday; Kerry says fifth of ISIS-held land taken back.

Coalition Strikes Continue as Fate of US Captive Unsure

ISIS claims aid worker Kayla Jean Mueller killed in coalition airstrike as her parents ask for info, but Jordan claims it's a 'sick trick.'

UAE Rejoins Coalition, Deploys Fighter Jets to Jordan

After Jordanian pilot burned UAE pulled out, but now it appears to be redoubling efforts to smash ISIS terrorists.

Jordanian Queen Joins Anti-ISIS March for Murdered Pilot

Queen Rania joins marchers chanting 'we are all Maaz', in protest of burning alive of pilot Maaz al-Kassasbeh.

Jordan Fights the Enemy, and It's Not Israel

Jordan Vows to 'Eradicate' ISIS After Pilot's Murder

Dozens of airstrikes on ISIS only the 'beginning of our retaliation' over 'horrific and brutal murder' of Jordanian pilot.

UAE Demands US Arm Sunni Groups Against ISIS

Abu Dhabi demands that the international coalition against ISIS arm local Sunni tribes in Iraq to fight the jihadists.

Jordan Strikes Dozens of ISIS Targets in Continued Revenge

Amman launches tens of retaliatory strikes against Islamic State after the group 'heinously' burned its pilot alive.

Netanyahu Calls Jordan's Abdullah After Ambassador Returned

Netanyahu sends condolences over pilot burned to death by ISIS and notes 'importance' of envoy returning to Israel after Temple Mount rift.

Jordan Strikes ISIS in Revenge for Pilot Burning

After pilot burned to death, Jordan slams ISIS targets and King Abdullah II visits the family's mourning tent.

Reports: Jordan In, UAE Out of anti-ISIS Coalition

Jordan is likely to join the US-led coalition fighting ISIS, a source told Arab media Thursday.

Liberman Praises Jordanian King for Executing ISIS Terrorists

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman on Wednesday praised Jordan's King Abdullah for executing two terrorists in 'revenge' against ISIS.

ISIS 'Held Public Screenings' of Pilot Being Burned to Death

Activists say Islamic State used projectors and screens to play gruesome execution of Jordanian pilot 'over and over again' in Raqqa.

Jordan Executes Jihadist Prisoners in Response to ISIS

Jordan executes two jihadist prisoners, a response to ISIS after it brutally murdered a Jordanian pilot.

UN Chief Condemns 'Appalling' ISIS Killing of Jordanian Pilot

UN Secretary-General says ISIS is "a terrorist organization with no regard for human life".

Jordan's King Slams 'Cowardly' ISIS After Pilot Executed

Jordan's King Abdullah says ISIS is a "criminal, stray gang that has nothing to do with our true religion".

Jordan's revenge?

Jordan to Execute Jailed Terrorists after Pilot Burned Alive

After ISIS releases video of Maaz al-Kassasbeh's execution, officials say female suicide bomber, 4 others, to be killed in response.

Jordan Returns Ambassador to Israel

After pulling envoy over 'violations' at Temple Mount, where its Waqf imposes discrimination against Jews, Jordan returns ambassador.

Jordan Vows to Do 'Everything' to Save Life of ISIS-Held Pilot

Amman pledges to save Maaz al-Kassasbeh after ISIS murders Kenji Goto before a prisoner swap can be arranged.

Talks to Free Japanese, Jordanian ISIS Hostages 'Deadlocked'

Deadline for prisoner swap with Jordan passes, but still no word on the fate of Kenji Goto or Maaz al-Kassasbeh.

Jordan Demands Proof of Life from ISIS Before Swapping

ISIS demands female terrorist for Japanese journalist and Jordanian pilot, but Jordan wants to know first the pilot is really alive still.

Why Does ISIS Want a Failed Female Suicide Bomber Released?

ISIS is demanding a swap for Japanese journalist and Jordanian pilot - but why Rishawi of Al Qaeda in Iraq?

Jordan Arrests Two 'Reporters' Over Hostage Swap Rumors

Managers of Jordanian website arrested for fueling rumors suicide bomber in Jordanian custody to be exchanged for ISIS hostage.

ISIS Issues New Threat to Kill Jordanian Pilot

ISIS threatens to execute Jordanian pilot if female suicide bomber not released by sunset, new recording by Japanese hostage states.

ISIS Wants Female Jihadist Released by Sunset

In new recording, Japanese hostage Kenji Goto issues new threat to Jordan on behalf of ISIS.

Report: Jordan Agrees to Prisoner Swap with ISIS

Jordanian gov't says it is willing to free a senior female terrorist in return for a pilot captured in Syria, as 24-hour deadline looms.

Japanese PM Calls ISIS Threat 'Utterly Despicable'

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe saye he is "appalled" by ISIS threat to kill a Japanese hostage within 24 hours.

ISIS Gives 24 Hours to Save Japanese, Jordanian Hostage

ISIS in new video demands release of failed female suicide bomber from Jordan, giving deadline to rescue Kenji Goto and Jordanian pilot.

Is ISIS Deliberately Torpedoing US's International Relations?

Analysts say ISIS's demands for a prisoner swap with Japan, Jordan is a deliberate nose-thumbing at the international coalition.

Japan, Jordan Working to Free Kenji Goto and Downed Pilot

Hostages taken captive by ISIS on the negotiating table for the release of an Iraqi prisoner on death row in Amman.

Egyptian Terrorists Claim Attack on Sinai Pipeline to Jordan

Ansar Beit al-Maqdis, Egypt's deadliest terror groups takes claims for bombing a Sinai pipeline that carries gas to Jordan.

Fierce Winter Snowstorm Lashes Israel's Neighbors Too

Beirut airport briefly shuts down as schools throughout Lebanon closed; Jordan ships snowplows to Palestinian Authority.

Father of Jordanian Pilot to ISIS: Treat Him Well

Father of the Jordanian pilot captured by ISIS appeals to the group to treat his son well and with respect.

Jordan Arrests Cleric for Advocating Jewish Temple Mount Prayer

Jordanian preacher Sheikh Yassin Al-Ajlouni forced to retract statements, then arrested by authorities.

UN Security Council to Vote on PA Bid Tonight

Jordan says UN to vote on unilateral demand for recognition and Israeli withdrawals, after PA FM said submission would wait till next year.

PA, Arab Council Weigh Deadline for UN Draft Resolution

Reports differing on when the draft will be presented to the UN, as Jordan vows to push ahead - despite PA hesitancy.

Jordan Asks Turkey for Help in Locating Captured Pilot

Jordan has reportedly asked Turkey for help in rescuing a Jordanian pilot captured last week by ISIS.

Jordanian Pilot's Family Pleads for His Return

Moaz al Kasasbeh's brother calls on ISIS to 'be merciful' and 'send him back' as he is 'a soldier following orders' with 'no authority.'

Jordanian MP: Buying Gas from Israel Like Dealing with Satan

A Jordanian parliamentarian declares she would rather set herself on fire than have her country buy gas from Israel.

United States Says Jordanian Plane Wasn't Shot Down by ISIS

United States military confirms a Jordanian F-16 warplane crashed in Syria but denies it was shot down by ISIS as the group has claimed.

Jordanian Media Confirms: ISIS Shot Down RJAF Plane

Details slowly emerging over plane shot down by ISIS - perhaps the first successful ISIS strike against the coalition in Syria.

Muslim Scholar Calls for Jewish Place of Worship on Temple Mount

Jordanian Salafi cleric makes surprising ruling, notes Jewish presence pre-Islam and says 'Israelites' should thus be given a right to pray.

Jordanian Islamists Vow Legal Action over Israel Gas Deal

Islamic Action Front threatens to 'prosecute all those who agree' to an agreement to buy natural gas from Israel's Leviathan gas field.

Jordan Has No Plans to Push for Quick UN Vote

Despite PA claims, Jordan's UN ambassador states that Jordan has no plans to push for a quick vote on Palestinian statehood.

Two Jordanians On Trial For Plot to Attack Israeli Embassy

Jordan put two brothers, accused of planning to blow up Israel's embassy in Amman, on trial Thursday.

Israel Gas Deal Stirs Domestic Opposition in Jordan

Opposition to Jordanian gas deal with Israel grows as public protests and legislators attempt to scrap the deal.

Jordan Charges Top Brotherhood Member Over Comments on UAE

Jordan charges deputy leader of the Muslim Brotherhood with "souring ties with a foreign country".

Report: Israel Tipped Jordan on Brotherhood Weapon Smuggling

31 members of Jordan's Muslim Brotherhood arrested on suspicion of trying to smuggle weapons into the Palestinian Authority.

Jordanian MP Reaffirms His Hatred for Jews

Jews are "worthy of hatred", says the Jordanian parliamentarian who led a prayer in honor of Har Nof terrorists.

Eilat Oil Spill 'Not Foul Play'

80 Jordanians suffer trouble breathing over the border as Israel struggles to contain 1,000 cubic meter spill caused by car accident.

Jordan Pushing for UN Resolution on Israel-PA Peace Talks

Jordan says it will be presenting a UN resolution on Israel-PA talks in the coming weeks.

Jordanians Protest Against 'Dangerous' Jewish State Law

Muslim Brotherhood leads hundreds of Jordanians in a protest against Israel's Jewish State Law.

Jordan Angry with Israeli Ambassador

Jordan’s government reacts angrily to comments made by Israel’s ambassador about the Jordanian parliament and its honoring of terrorists.

Watch: Jordanian MP Calls for Terrorism Against 'Filthy Jews'

While Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu bends over backwards to meet Jordanian demands, MPs less worried about treaty.

Jordan's PM Sends Letter to Families of Jerusalem Terrorists

Jordan’s Prime Minister sends a letter of condolences to the families of the terrorists who murdered five people in Jerusalem.

Deputy Leader of Jordan's Muslim Brotherhood Arrested

Deputy leader of Jordan's Muslim Brotherhood arrested over remarks he made against the United Arab Emirates.

Jordan's Parliament Prays for 'Hero' Jerusalem Terrorists

Jordan's parliament offers a prayer in honor of “the spirit” of the two terrorists who murdered five people in Jerusalem.

Losing Legitimacy, Jordan Champions 'Al Aqsa'

Experts say Jordanian King Abdullah's sudden passion for the Temple Mount has more to do with his country's internal politics than religion.

Kerry and Netanyahu to Meet in Jordan

Three-way talks with King Abdullah reportedly will focus on Temple Mount tensions, ISIS.