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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.

Israeli Doctors Save 7-Year-Old Jordanian Boy

A seven-year-old Jordanian-Palestinian Arab boy undergoes a successful kidney transplant at the Rambam Medical Center in Haifa.

Jordan's King Visits Family of Killed 'Martyr' Judge

King Abdullah II visits the family of the judge who was shot by Israeli troops. Palace describes the judge as a "martyr".

Jordan's PM: We Can't Cut Ties with Israel

Jordan-Israel peace is important for Jordan's security, says PM Abdullah Nsur after demonstrators demand the treaty be annulled.

Watch: Discussion on Syria Turns into a Brawl on Jordanian TV

Two Jordanian commentators argue about the civil war in Syria, then fight when one of them calls Bashar Al-Assad names.

Jordanian MPs: Release Terrorist Who Killed Israeli Schoolgirls

Lower house of Jordan's parliament demands release of Ahmed Daqamseh, who murdered seven Israeli schoolgirls in 1997.

Jordan's PM Blames Israeli Government for Judge's Shooting

The Israeli government is "completely responsible" for the shooting of Jordanian judge, says Jordan's PM Abdullah Nsur.

Netanyahu 'Regrets' Shooting of Jordanian Judge

PM issues statement of 'regret' over the shooting of a Jordanian man who was killed in an altercation with IDF forces.

Jordan Threatens 'Firm Measures' Over Judge's Death

Jordan says it will take “firm measures” against Israel in the wake of the death of a judge who was shot dead trying to carry out an attack.

Jordanians Demand Investigation on Terrorist's Shooting

Jordanians demanded an investigation into the death of a man who tried to steal the weapon from an IDF soldier, and then choke him.

PA Demands International Probe into Jordanian Border Shooting

Palestinian Authority reacts angrily after former PA resident shot dead in an attack on IDF border guards.

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Terrorist 'Judge' Shot Dead Attacking Soldier at Jordan Border

An IDF soldier shot and killed an Arab man who tried to attack him Monday at Allenby Bridge crossing.

Peter Beinart is an Intellectual Fraud

Jordan Threatens to Revoke Peace Treaty Over Temple Mount

Move follows majority of Jordanian MPs vote to expel Israel's ambassador as 'retaliation' for Knesset discussing religious freedom on Mount.

Jordanian MPs Demand End to Peace With Israel Over Temple Mount

Muslim Brotherhood, Islamist activists in Jordanian parliament push government to end peace with Israel over Judaism's holiest site.

King Abdullah: Jordan is Jordan, and Palestine is Palestine

Jordan’s King Abdullah II rejects the notion that his country is an "alternative homeland" for Palestinian Arabs.

Jordan, Israel Strike Natural Gas Deal

Amman the first to sign natural gas import agreement with Israel after Egyptian pipeline becomes too unreliable.

Obama Pledges More Aid to Jordan

Obama pledges to provide Jordan with more aid as it copes with a flood of Syrian refugees.

Jordanian Islamists Rally Against Israel-PA Peace

Hundreds of Muslim Brotherhood supporters protest in Jordan against Kerry's framework, burn Israeli flags.

Tensions In Jordan: Deal Must 'Return Palestinians'

King Abdullah II visits Obama, as his tenuous hold over Jordan leads to warnings he must push 'Palestinians' out or lose the monarchy.

Arab Anger over Kerry’s ‘Secret Term’ on 'Right of Return'

Jordanian MP warns that secret clause of Kerry proposal would limit – but not negate – Arab demands for ‘right of return.’

"Palestine":History and Geography Can Unblock Deadlock

Jordanian Parliament: No to Recognition of Israel

Jordanian parliament expresses support for PA's demands, rejects Israeli demand that it be recognized as a Jewish state.

Jordan’s FM Rejects Recognizing Israel as Jewish State

Jordan’s Foreign Minister against recognizing Israel as a Jewish state, says Jordan is not an alternative home for Palestinian Arabs.

John Kerry to Present Framework Deal at End of January

Outline for potential deal to be announced in Jordan; US to push meeting between PA, Israel under Jordanian supervision.

United States Welcomes Netanyahu-Abdullah Meeting

State Department spokeswoman says U.S. was aware in advance of PM Netanyahu's trip to Jordan.

The Not Quite Dead Sea

How a controversial international project could save the eighth wonder of the world.

Abbas Visits Jordan, Collaborates Over Kerry Plan

Palestinian Authority Chairman, Jordanian king meet to discuss Kerry's plans for the region.

Kerry: Israel-PA Deal Will be 'Fair and Balanced'

US Secretary of State continues Middle East tour, pushing PA-Israel peace deal to Israel's neighbors.

'Jordan Should Be Involved in PA-Israel Negotiations'

Advisor to Jordan's King Abdullah II insists that Amman should protect its interests by being involved in talks.

Jordan: Palestinian Dissident Indicted for Criticizing King

Mudar Zahran, whose calls for empowering Jordan's Palestinian majority have angered authorities, faces trial in absentia.

Bill in Jordan: Violence Against Israel Isn't Terrorism

Jordan’s Islamist-dominated parliament adopts a bill which stipulates that violence against Israel will not be a terrorist act.

Water-Sharing Initiative Officially Signed in Washington

"This is a historic agreement," says Minister Silvan Shalom as he signs a deal with Jordan and PA to save the Dead Sea.

Jordanians Protest, Demand Security

In the latest "Arab Spring"-style protests in the Hashemite kingdom, demonstrators across the country call for security and safety.

Jordan Elected to UN Security Council

UN General Assembly elects Jordan to the Security Council seat that Saudi Arabia rejected.

Vatican to Visit Jordan in 2014; Israel Trip Still Possibility

Vatican announces Pope Francis visit in 2014; move follows unconfirmed rumors of Israel visit next year.

Israeli Professor Vice-President of Project Including Iran, PA

SESAME project includes scientists from across the Middle East; aims to foster 'scientific excellence', build particle accelerator.

Jordan Applies for Seat on UN Security Council

Jordan has applied for a two-year term on the UN Security Council, replacing the Saudis who rejected their seat.

Revealed: Israel Holding Senior Al Qaeda Operative

Senior terrorist planned 'unconventional' attacks against Israelis; detained attempting to infiltrate Israel via Jordan.

Will Jordan Replace Saudi Arabia on the UN Security Council?

UN diplomat says that Jordan will replace Saudi Arabia on the United Nations Security Council for a two-year term starting in January.

Jordan Arrests 3 for Supporting Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood

Three Jordanian men have been arrested for carrying posters supporting Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood.

Report: Lebanon Keeping Out 'Palestinian Refugees' from Syria

Lebanon has apparently adopted a policy of keeping 'Palestinian' refugees from Syria out of the country

Palestinian State in Jordan 'Inevitable'

Jordanian-Palestinian dissident claims Israeli, Palestinian demands not necessarily mutually exclusive.

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Time for a 'Plan B'?

Unconvinced by current talks, a controversial new initiative is set to be discussed at a Jerusalem conference next week.

Jordanian King: Violence will Destroy Muslim World

Jordan’s King Abdullah issues dire warning about growing ethnic, sectarian violence.

Resurrecting the Dead Sea

Jordanian project seeks to save the ever-shrinking Dead Sea, whilst providing drinking water to its increasingly thirsty population.

Hamas, Iran Putting Aside their Differences to Fight Israel

Public dispute over Syrian civil war has not prevented cooperation when it comes to attacking Israel, according to a recent report.

Hunger Strike Ends for Jordanian Prisoners

Four Jordanian prisoners serving in Israeli penitentiaries ended their hunger strike for "ill treatment and bad conditions."

Jordan Foils Weapons Smuggling from Syria

Weapons and ammunition were seized in Jordan’s northern border near Syria, along with the people who tried to smuggle them.

Jordanian Court Denies Bail to Radical Islamic Cleric Abu Qatada

A Jordanian court denied bail to Salafi Islamist Abu Qatada, extradited to the country from Britain to face terrorism charges.