Jordan

Jordan's King Dissolves Parliament, Calls Early Elections

Jordan's King Abdullah II dissolves parliament and calls early elections as Muslim Brotherhood plans protest in Amman.

Islamists versus Monarchy to Rally Friday in Amman

A showdown is shaping up between Jordan's monarchy and Islamist forces, with rival demonstrations scheduled for this Friday.

Jordan's Muslim Brotherhood Slams New Envoy to Israel

Jordan's Muslim Brotherhood criticizes the naming of a new ambassador to Israel, says it's not in the kingdom's interests.

New Jordanian Ambassador to Israel

Jordan is set to appoint a new ambassador to Israel for the first time in years.

U.S. Warns Israel: Iran Strike May Affect Peace

U.S. officials recently warned Israel that Egypt and Jordan could annul their peace treaties with the Jewish State if it attacks Iran.

Jordan Asks YouTube to Remove Anti-Islam Video Clips

The Jordanian government has asked YouTube to remove film clips “insulting Prophet Mohammed and hurting the feelings of Arabs and Muslims.”

Israel Denies Blocking Jordan's Nuclear Plans

Israeli officials strongly deny Jordanian King Abdullah II's accusations that Israel seeks to block Amman's nuclear energy plans.

Jordan: $700M Needed to House Syrian Refugees

Jordanian officials told reporters Saturday they need $700 million to continue to house incoming Syrian refugees pouring across the border.

Israel Foils 'Flytilla' Activists' Latest Provocation

A group of 50 pro-Arab activists, who organized the last 'flytilla', refused entry to Bethlehem through the Jordanian border with Israel.

Syrian Air Force Intel Chief Assassinated

The head of Syria's Air Force intelligence has been assassinated by an aide, Arab media sources report.

Israeli Seriously Injured in Jordan Car Accident

An Israeli is seriously injured in a car accident in an area of Jordan considered to be popular among Israeli tourists.

Canadian FM Makes Surprise Visit to Israel, Western Wall

Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird made a surprise visit to Israel Monday morning, where he prayed at Western Wall.

Jihadist Tells Iran, Uprising in Jordan Can Help Crush Israel

An Islamic Jihad official tells Iran that a popular uprising in Jordan would break the last part of Israel's "security chain."

Clashes Break Out Between Jordanian and Syrian Troops

Fighting breaks out between Jordanian and Syrian troops near the border between the two countries. No casualties reported.

Assad’s Prime Minister Flees to Jordan

Assad’s prime minister flees to Jordan and declares, “As of today, I am a soldier of the Free Syrian Army;” Assad escalates war on rebels.

Jordan Beefs Up Border with Syria

Jordan's King Abdullah II has decided to beef up the country's northern border but is still allowing in refugees.

Al-Qaeda Could Obtain Syrian Chemical Weapons, Jordan King Warns

King Abdullah II of Jordan warned thatin a worst case scenario al-Qaeda could obtain some of the regime’s chemical weapons.

Israeli Groups Aiding Syrian Refugees in Jordan, Turkey

Israeli aid groups are providing humanitarian assistance to Syrian refugees who have fled to Jordan and Turkey, said Likud MK Ayoub Kara.

NY Times Claims Israel ‘Took’ Yesha from Jordan in 1967

A NY Times editorial rewrites history: Israel “took” Judea and Samaria from Jordan in 1967, when Jordan fled the areas in the Six Day war.

Shoe, Gun Drawn in Jordanian TV Debate

Jordanian MP hurls shoe, draws gun at former MP who openly supports Bashar Assad.

Jordan: MP Pulls Gun on Activist During TV Debate

A heated television debate between a Jordanian MP and a local activist led to the MP pulling a gun on the activist.

Jordan's King Urges Islamists to Take Part in Elections

Jordan's King urges the Islamist opposition to take part in upcoming elections, despite their dissatisfaction with reforms.

Jordan Cozies Up to Hamas

A senior Hamas delegation headed by politburo chief Khaled Mashaal has been welcomed by Amman for the second time in six months.

Dozens of Syrian Army Officers, 3 More Syrian Pilots Defect

Dozens of Syrian Army officers have defected to the opposition forces and taken their weapons with them.

Syrian Air Force Pilot Flies Plane, Defects to Jordan

In what is believed to be the first defection of a Syrian pilot with his plane, a high-ranking Air Force officer has flown to Jordan.

Jewish Tourists Stoned in Jordan over 'Provocative Hats'

Arabic websites say religious Jewish visitors to Kerak were attacked with shoes and rocks.

US Cuts Mideast Military Drill Short

A joint military drill sponsored by the United States with several Mideast nations that did not include Israel has suddenly been canceled.

US Senate Redefines 'Palestinian Refugee'

The State Department and Jordan are unhappy that US lawmakers want to know how many "Palestinian refugees" actually lived in Israel in 1948

Arabic Translation of Talmud Permeated with Anti-Semitism

Arabic translation of Talmud is laden with anti-Semitic conspiracy theories; alleges that text reveals racist character of Jewish people.

Jordan Bank Fires Christian Woman Who Eschewed Hijab

A Christian woman in Jordan was fired from her position when she refused to adopt Islamic dress as a part of a bank uniform

MK Eldad: PM Should Have Said 'Jordan is Palestine'

MK Aryeh Eldad criticized Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's response to PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas saying there is a third path.

Talmud in Arabic Being Sold in Jordan

A group of researchers and translators in Jordan have translated the Talmud into Arabic. Translated version sold in local book fairs.

US Leads Major War Drill in Jordan – Israel Not Invited

Nineteen nations are conducting the 'largest military exercises in the Middle East in 10 years' in Jordan

Syrian Refugees Begin to Overwhelm Jordan

Jordan is beginning to become overwhelmed by the influx of Syrians fleeing the growing civil war in their country.

Jordanians Protest, Call to End Peace with Israel

Thousands of Jordanians take to the streets, demand an end to the country‘s 18-year-old peace treaty with Israel.

Jordan's New PM Promises Reforms, Critics Skeptical

Jordan swears in a cabinet, led by Prime Minister Fayez Tarawneh and tasked with pushing for reforms.

Jordan's PM Resigns Six Months After Taking Office

Jordan’s King Abdullah II has accepted the resignation of his Prime Minister, Awn Khasawneh.

UN, Jordan, France Slam Normalization Decision

France and Jordan have attacked Israel's decision to legalize the communities of Rechilim, Bruchin, and Sansana in Yesha.

Jordanian TV: 'Shatter Might of Israel,' Conquer Jerusalem

Jordanian cleric declares that the Arabs will conquer Jerusalem and “shatter the might of Israel,” MEMRI exposed.

Jordan Denies Iraqi Oil Reaching Israel

Jordan is fending off accusations that Iraqi oil is reaching Israel.

Jordan Charges 13 Activists with Insulting the King

Jordanian military prosecutors charge 13 political activists with incitement, a day after police broke up their demonstration.

Gov. Christie Arrives in Israel

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) landed in Israel Sunday for a four-day trip intended to strengthen economic, diplomatic relations.

Jordan Arabs Attack Anti-Zionist Jews

The anti-Zionist Neturei Karta found out Friday what can happen when it joins Arabs against Israel. They were beaten but escaped injuries.

Anti-Israel Activists Protest Outside Israeli Embassy in Jordan

Dozens of anti-Israel activists protested in front of the Israeli Embassy in Amman, demand that it be closed.

Jordan to Allow Global March to Jerusalem

Jordanian authorities confirmed they will permit a planned march in the Jordan Valley “in support of Jerusalem.”

Jordan: Hundreds Protest 'Procrastination' on Reform

Hundreds of Jordanians demonstrate against “procrastination” on reform, wave Muslim Brotherhood flags.

Expert: Abdullah Losing Power in Jordan

Middle East expert Dr. Assaf David tells Arutz Sheva: King Abdullah's decision-making has ability is gradually reducing.

U.S., Jordan Plan to Face Syrian Weapons Threat

U.S., Jordan prepare to secure Syria’s chemical and biological weapons in case the government loses control.

PA Tells Jordan's FM: No Freeze, No Negotiations

PA leaders tell visiting Jordanian Foreign Minister: We won't resume peace talks unless Israel freezes construction.

Jordan Asks Israel to Free Arch-Terrorist Barghouti

The Jordanian government has asked Israel to release arch-terrorist Marwan Barghouti, as well as all other PA prisoners.

Report: Jordan to Protect Israel with Patriots

Report: Jordan will place Patriot missile batteries on its territory to protect itself and Israel against air strikes from Syria.

Jordan Readying for Syrian Refugees

Jordan plans to set up a refugee camp in order to accommodate what it fears will be mass numbers of Syrian refugees.

Jordanian Prince Calls for Regional Cooperation

Prince El Hassan bin Talal of Jordan addresses the 12th Annual Herzliya Conference.

Jordan: Hamas Offices to Remain Closed

A senior Jordanian official says that the meeting between Hamas and King Abdullah II will not affect the ban on the terror group in Jordan.

New Middle East: Jordan to Welcome Hamas Leader Mashaal

Jordan continues to neutralize its peace treaty with Israel and warms up to Hamas, whose leader Khaled Mashaal is to visit King Abdullah.

Rivlin's New Year Greeting Angers Jordanian Parliament Speaker

The Speaker of the Jordanian Parliament returns Knesset Speaker's greeting because he called Jerusalem “the capital of Israel.”

Video: Obama Tosses ‘Peace Process’ In Abdullah’s Lap

Obama thanked King Abdullah for hosting talks with the PA and Israel, possibly giving the president a scapegoat for expected failure.

PLO Slammed by Jordanian Islamists

Jordan's branch of the Muslim Brotherhood says the PLO must not negotiate with Israel saying it only 'serves Zionist and American interests'

2nd Round Israel-PA Talks Ends in Amman

The second round of talks between Israel and the Palestinian Authority has ended in the Jordanian capital, with no apparent progress.

Jordan's Solution to Unreliable Egyptian Gas Supply: Qatar

Jordan is mulling a new business relationship with Qatar for its supply of natural gas, saying goodbye to Egypt and its pipeline problems.