Jordan

Jordan Threatens to Revoke Peace Treaty Over Temple Mount

Jordanian minister blames Netanyahu for 'not keeping promise' of discriminatory status quo on Temple Mount, drafts plan against 'breaches.'

Jordan Accuses Israel of 'State Terrorism' over Temple Mount Ban

Jordan's Islamic affairs minister urges international community to force Israel to 'end the blockade' of Mount, closed after terror attack.

Jordanian Speaker: Israel's 'Aggression' Worse than ISIS

The speaker of the Jordanian Parliament compares Israel’s construction in Jerusalem to ISIS attacks.

Latest 'Gesture' - Permitless Entry For Foreign 'Palestinians'

'Palestinians' born abroad under age 14 allowed to enter Judea Samaria without permit and be put on PA population register.

Jordan to Request Security Council Session on Behalf of the PA

Jordan will ask for the Security Council to discuss Israeli construction in Jerusalem.

Jordan: 'Settlement' Construction Endangers Peace Agreement

Jordanian ambassador says that continued Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria would jeopardize peace agreement.

Jordan Pressing Israel not to Allow Jewish Temple Mount Prayer

Jordanian ambassador to 'Palestine' reveals diplomatic war against new prayer bill, and vast financial network to Arabize Jerusalem.

Jordan Blasts Israel for Responding to Riots on Temple Mount

Jordan condemns the conduct of Israeli security forces who were responding to Arab riots on the Temple Mount.

Released Shalit Terrorist Caught Smuggling Drugs from Jordan

Terrorist returned to crime claims he fled to Jordan in foiled smuggling 'because I thought settlers were chasing me.'

Liberman Meets UNHRC Head After 'Terrorist Rights Council' Jibe

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman emphasizes to Prince Zeid that Israel is willing to work with the UN - if it is 'fair and professional.'

Israeli Arab Teacher Arrested With ISIS Propaganda

Teacher in Israeli Arab town near Haifa arrested after being caught with ISIS flags, jihad literature and computers he picked up in Jordan.

Jordan: We've Secured Our Borders Against Any Threat

After it joins international coalition against IS, Jordan assures residents its borders are safe.

Radical Cleric Acquitted of Terror Charges in Jordan

Abu Qatada planned numerous attacks on American and Israeli tourists; cleared of all charges and now will walk free.

Jordan's Central Bank Supports Arab Bank After Verdict on Hamas

Jordan's central bank says it still supports the Arab Bank, found liable in a U.S. court of supporting Hamas.

Jordan Claims It's 'Secure,' Even As ISIS Infiltrates

King Abdullah tells CBS his country's borders are safe from ISIS, the same day 11 ISIS members arrested in the kingdom.

Former Jordanian MP: Jews Use Human Blood in Passover Matzos

Watch: Former Jordanian member of parliament uses the centuries old “matzah blood libel” in television interview.

Jordan Arrests Senior Muslim Brotherhood Member

Jordan arrests a senior member of the country's Muslim Brotherhood on charges of "incitement" against the authorities.

Experts Say Jordan in Danger - and Israel's Next in Line

Floods of refugees from regional turmoil could pose an existential threat to both Jordan and Israel - or result in a Palestinian state.

Jordanian Parliamentarians: Cancel Gas Agreement with Israel

Some 40 Jordanian parliamentarians demand the cancellation of an agreement to import gas from Israel.

Temple Mount Capitulation

Israel Dismantles Access Ramp for Non-Muslims to Temple Mount

Access ramp for non-Muslims to Judaism's holiest site torn down in controversial decision to cave to Jordanian pressure.

Jordanian MPs Demand: Let's Stay Out of Fight with IS

A group of Jordanian deputies demand the kingdom stay out of any war against Islamic State jihadists.

Israel, Jordan Sign $15 Billion Natural Gas Deal

Noble Energy to provide nearly 1.6 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, as energy dependence on Israel from Jordan heightens.

PM Caves to Jordanian Pressure on Temple Mount Renovations

Second temporary bridge from Western Wall to Temple Mount scrapped after Jordanian royal family objects.

Jordanian Terror Attack on Israeli Embassy Foiled

Eight suspects, including Syrian, charged in Jordan for plotting to attack US soldiers and embassy, recruiting for Hezbollah.

Jordan Blames Israel for Deaths in Gaza Operation

King Abdullah II condemns Israel for 'aggression' in self-defense operation, calls for implementation of two-state solution.

Jordan Pushes for UN Security Council Action for 'Lasting Truce'

Jordanians back Egyptian initiative, want firmer UN action.

Jordanians Protest Near Israeli Embassy, Call for More Rockets

Demonstrators near the Israeli embassy in Amman chant "Death to Israel" as they call for Hamas to step up rocket attacks.

German, Jordanian Foreign Ministers Call for Cease-fire

Foreign ministers condemn 'Israeli aggression' as Hamas continues to reject demands for a cease-fire.

Jordan Demands Israel Stop 'Barbaric' Operation

'Peace partner' condemns defensive operation, not hundreds of rockets raining on Israel; follows Turkish condemnation.

Liberman: Jordan's Stability 'Vital' to Israel's Security

Foreign Minister says Israel 'will do everything to maintain the stability of Jordan' following threats from ISIS takeover.

Netanyahu: Islamic Extremism Getting Closer

PM Netanyahu asks the international community to support Jordan in fight against ISIS, back the independence of Iraq's Kurds.

Jordan's King: Iraq Crisis Could Affect the Entire Region

Jordan’s King Abdullah II meets American delegation, warns of effects of Iraq crisis.

Israel Replacing Illegal African Workers with Jordanians

Israel issues 500 extra work permits for Jordanians to work in Eilat hotels, as crackdown on infiltrators fuels manpower shortage.

ISIS Edging Closer to Israel

Former National Security Council director Yaakov Amidror says Israel needs to be prepared to assist Jordan in fighting off ISIS.

Regional War Looms? Jordan Deploys Massive Force on Iraqi Border

Signs of spillover war as Jordan places tanks, missile launchers and army vehicles on border; ISIS reportedly advancing on Jordan.

Jordanian Journalist: Kidnapped Teens Are Actually Soldiers

Jordanian journalist claims that “there are no children in Israel” and that the kidnapped teens are, in fact, soldiers.

Jordan Jittery as Islamists Advance in Iraq

Jordanian security forces request US help as ISIS threatens to 'slaughter' King Abdullah, conquer Jordan.

Jordan Summons Australia Diplomat Over Policy Change

Decision to drop 'occupied' to refer to Jerusalem, Judea-Samaria causes 'concern' in Amman.

Jordan Condemns Israel for Allowing Jews on Temple Mount

Jordan condemns Israel's deployment of troops and police at the Temple Mount, claims Israel violated international law.

Syria Expels Jordanian Diplomat in Tit-for-Tat Move

Syria responds to Jordan’s expelling of its ambassador by expelling a Jordanian diplomat from Damascus.

Jordan Dumps Syrian Ambassador to Amman

Jordan expelled Syria's ambassador to the country for fomenting dissent against the Kingdom on social media.

Pope Francis Urges Religious Freedom, Peace in Syria

The Holy See kicks off three-day Middle East visit in Jordan with strong message of peace and tolerance.

Jordan Says Arrested Israelis Suspected of Fraud

Jordan confirms it arrested two Israelis and a Briton, says they are suspected of involvement in fraud and counterfeiting currency.

Two Israeli Citizens Arrested in Jordan

Foreign Ministry announces the two have been arrested for reasons that remain unknown.

Hagel in Jordan Amid Joint Military Exercises

U.S. Defense Secretary makes lightning visit to Jordan as the American and Jordanian armies hold joint exercises.

US-Jordanian Citizen Who Escaped Punishment Caught in Israel

Dual citizen sentenced in 2005 in Illinois, then sentenced to 24 years in prison for shooting attack was captured yesterday in Israel.

Watch: Jordanian Commentators Demolish Studio

Two Jordanian commentators got into a heated television debate about the Syrian civil war and proceeded to tear down the studio.

Islamic Scholars End Ban on Visit to Al Aqsa Mosque

As part of escalating struggle over Judaism's holiest site, Muslim leaders lift ban against visiting to bolster Muslim presence.

Jordan Slams Israel Over Temple Mount Riots

Jordanian officials called in the Israeli Ambassador to the country to protest 'Israeli provocations' on the Temple Mount.

Catching Up? A Summary of Breaking News

As Yom Tov in the Diaspora ends Wednesday night, here is a summary of the biggest news stories to help our readers get up-to-date.

Jordan Blames Israel, Jews for Temple Mount Riots - Again

Amman runs to UN Security Council over clashes at Judaism's holiest site, claim 'Jewish radicals' cause Muslim rioting.

Clashes Erupt Between Jordan, Syria

Jordanian air force destroys armored Syrian vehicles on its northern borders. Is the conflict spilling over?

IDF to Open New Investigation into Death of Jordanian Judge

IDF opens a new investigation into the March 10 killing of a Jordanian judge by Israeli soldiers at the Allenby border crossing.

Opposition Leader, Jordanian King Meet Over Peace Talks

Latest last-minute bid to save failing talks between Israel, PA includes visit by Labor head to Amman.

'I've Lost The Strength To Fight The Terrorist Releases'

Mother of schoolgirl murdered by Jordanian terrorist calls on govt. to block his release, acknowledges 'I've lost the strength to struggle.'

Jordan's King: Jordan is Palestine? That's an Illusion

Jordan’s King Abdullah II hit outs at "Israeli extremists" who say that a Palestinian state already exists in Jordan.

Jordanian Terrorist Hospitalized After Hunger Strike

Ahmad Daqamseh, who murdered seven Israeli schoolgirls in 1997, taken to hospital after his health deteriorated due to a hunger strike.

Jordan's PM Rejects Cutting Ties with Israel

Cutting ties with Israel will cause "repercussions" for Jordan, warns Prime Minister Abdullah Nsur.

Jordan Blames 'Extremist Settlers' for Temple Mount 'Aggression'

Amman releases statement condemning 'Israeli aggression' after Uri Ariel visits Judaism's holiest site.

Israel 'Regrets' Allenby Bridge Incident

Shimon Peres expresses 'regret', 'condolences' over killing of Jordanian terrorist.