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Jordan's King Abdullah to Meet Abbas in Ramallah

Jordan's King Abdullah and PA Chairman Abbas will meet on Monday in Ramallah. Meeting will discuss "latest political developments."

BBC: Jordan's King Advises Assad to Resign

Jordanian King Abdullah II has publicly called for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to step down in an interview with the BBC.

Lieberman: Don't Say 'Jordan is Palestine'

Foreign Minister: saying that Jordan is Palestine contradicts international law, harms relations with Jordan.

Jordanian Farmers Threaten Lawsuit against Netanyahu

Farmers in Jordan intend to sue Prime Minister Netanyahu in international courts because of damage from fires Israel allegedly set.

King Abdullah II Swears in New Government

Jordan's king Abdullah II has sworn in a new government - the second since the Arab Spring migrated to his country earlier this year.

Jordan's King Abdullah II: Israel Must Have Security

Jordanian King Abdullah II told participants at the World Economic Forum that Israel must have security in any agreement with the PA.

ICC Deputy Chief is Jordan's New Prime Minister

A deputy chief judge of the International Criminal Court at The Hague has been named to replace Jordan's prime minister, who resigned.

Israel Allows Return of Ancient Artifacts to Hashemite Kingdom

Israel has allowed hundreds of artifacts from the early bronze age, found in the southern Jordan Valley, to go to Jordan.

MK Eldad: Abdullah Needs to Watch Out for His Seat - and Head

Instead of worrying about Israeli 'intransigence,' says MK Aryeh Eldad, King Abdullah should be worrying about his seat - and his head

Israel and US to Lose in UN Showdown, Warns King Abdullah

Jordan’s King Abdullah warns that Israel is isolating itself and American influence is waning in the wake of the current UN showdown.

Expert: It Was a Mistake to Evacuate the Embassy in Jordan

Middle East expert Dr. David Bukay: It was a mistake to evacuate the embassy in Amman. We can't let King Abdullah off the hook.

Jordan: Only 300 at ‘Million Man March’ on Israeli Embassy

Protesters in Jordan call to shut down Israeli embassy, burn Israeli flag. No violent incidents.

Israel Evacuates Jordan Embassy After Protest Threat

Not taking any chances, Israel has evacuated the embassy in Amman after protesters announced a million man march.

Planned ‘Million Man March’ in Jordan to Target Israeli Embassy

Jordanians planning a mass march on Thursday, in which they will call to shut down the Israeli Embassy in Amman.

Growing Concern in Israel Over Jordan

The situation in the Hashemite Kingdom is “delicate,” say Israeli officials, who are monitoring the situation.

Eldad: What is Jordan, if Not Palestine?

By denying that Jordan is Palestine, Abdullah II denies his country’s reason for existence, says MK Aryeh Eldad.

Russia to Support PA Statehood Bid at UN

Russia will support the Palestinian Authority's bid for recognition as a new country by the United Nations and membership in its ranks.

Abdullah II: Jordan Is Not Palestine

Jordan's King Abdullah II reaffirmed his government's rejection of his family's historic policy that "Jordan is Palestine."

Report: Jordanian Security Increased Around Israeli Embassy

The Israeli embassy in Jordan has increased security after Friday's attack by Egyptian protesters on Israel's embassy in Cairo.

PA Denies Split with Jordan on UN Statehood Bid

Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas denies a split with Jordan on the upcoming UN statehood bid. German official meets in Ramallah.

Riyadh Meeting to Discuss Jordan's GCC Induction

Foreign ministers from Jordan and Gulf Arab states are to meet in Riyahd to discuss Jordan's induction into the council.

Jordanian Group Threatens Lawsuit Over Baptism Site

Jordan, fighting Israel over Christian tourists, is claiming that the Christian baptism site Qasr al-Yahud is actually on its territory.

Jordan Continues Attempt to Persuade PA to Abandon UN Bid

Jordan continues its efforts to persuade the Palestinian Authority to reconsider its bid for statehood and United Nations membership.

Jordan: PA's September Plan Will Hurt 'Refugees'

Jordan again voiced its opposition to the PA's plan to seek recognition for an Arab state in Judea, Samaria, and Jerusalem

Jordanian Hamas Terrorist Planned Kidnap, Embassy Attack

A Jordanian Hamas member has been charged with plotting to kidnap an Israeli diplomat and attack the Israeli embassy in Amman.

Jordan Condemned for Warning Israel of Terror Attacks

The Jordanian branch of the Muslim Brotherhood has condemned Jordan's decision to warn Israel before last Thursday's terror attacks.

Jordan Going Nuclear

Jordan will announce the winning bidder for the construction of its first nuclear power plant in the coming months.

Jordan to Join GCC in September

Jordan will begin the process of integrating into the six-member GCC in September, placing the would-be super-state on Israel's border.

Jordanian Journalists who Met Peres to be Investigated

Jordanian journalists who attended President Peres' press conference in honor of Ramadan will be investigated by the local union.

Abdullah 'Refused Meeting'

Abdullah 'Refused to Meet Netanyahu'

Jordanian monarch turned down Prime Minister's request for a secret meeting, says Arab paper.

IDF Foils Bedouin Terrorists at Dead Sea

Israeli soldiers and police late Sunday night caught two armed terrorists from Jordan trying to cross into Israel on a boat on the Dead Sea.

Aqaba: A Bridge Too Far

Aqaba: A Bridge Too Far

The planned Egyptian-Saudi bridge over the Gulf of Aqaba may be a bridge too far for Israel and Jordan whose ports will be affected.

Jordan Under Fire for Bloody Violence against Journalists

Violent Jordan police beat up journalists covering a protest and may have inadvertently paved the way for a hot “Arab Spring” summer.

Violent Workers Fired Following A7 Expose

Arutz Sheva's coverage of Arab workers' attack on rabbi and his students leads company to fire workers, promise change.

Jordan to Oppose PA Statehood Bid

The Hashemite kingdom plans to oppose the Palestinian Authority bid for statehood at the United Nations in September.

Jordanians Protest Near AFP’s Offices in Amman

Dozens of Jordanians demonstrated near AFP’s offices in Amman over their report of the attack on the King’s motorcade.

Expert: King Abdullah 'Not Serious' About Reforms

While Jordan’s King Abdullah promised democratic reforms, Dr. Assaf David of Hebrew U believes his intentions are neither serious nor genuine.

King Abdullah Escapes Injury in Attack on Convoy

Angry Palestinian Jordanians stoned the convoy of King Abdullah. The king was unharmed. Source: Jordan’s denials are lies; Arab Spring on the way.

Jordan’s King Abdullah Seeks to Preempt Next Uprising

King Abdullah of Jordan, worried about the Muslim Arab Spring spreading to his kingdom, promises democratic reforms – but sets no date.

Jordan Secretly Buying Israeli Water

A Jordanian paper reports that Jordan is negotiating with Israel, and not for the first time, for the purchase of water from the Sea of Galilee.

Petition to 10 Jordanian Embassies: Jordan is Palestine

MK Eldad’s “Jordan is Palestine” petition was presented to 10 Jordanian embassies throughout the world Tuesday. The embassy in Israel refused it.

Jordan: Protesters Call for End to Peace with Israel

Protesters in Jordan call to fight corruption, expel the Israeli embassy and end the peace treaty with Israel.

Jordan Valley Chief Unfazed by PM's Speech

Local authority head Elhayani says no matter what happens, Israel will retain Jordan Valley.

Jordanian PA Arabs Join Nakba Protests

Jordan's PA Arabs participated Friday in “Nakba” protests at a rally organized by the Muslim Brotherhood.

Jordan Cozies Up to Assad

Jodan's Prime Minister calls to wish Assad's regime well as the US and west seek to isolate it for its bloody crackdown.

B’Tselem Claims: Israel is Preparing to Annex Jordan Valley

A new anti-Israel report by B'Tselem claims Israel has taken over large parts of the Jordan Valley in preparation to annex the area.

Jordanian Columnist to PA: 'Right of Return' Unrealistic

A Jordanian article politely advises the Palestinian Authority to abandon its demand for the "right of return" in final status talks with Israel.

Jordan's Abdullah II Backs Fatah-Hamas Unity Deal

Underscoring the chill in Israel-Jordan relations since his coronation, Abdullah II praised Cairo's Fatah-Hamas reconciliation. Self-preservation?

Middle East Round-Up April 4-6

A review of the turbulent events in the Middle East for April 4-6; Assad Bans Soccer; the Saudis are tense; and More!

Report: Portrait of Jesus May Have Been Found in Jordan

A portrait allegedly found buried within a cave in Jordan, but now in Israel, may be the first portrait of Jesus, historians believe.

42-Year-Old Jordan Valley Battle Commemorated

Veteran IDF commanders and others took part on Friday in the re-enactment of a critical but widely-forgotten, 42-years-ago Jordan Valley battle.

Jordan Facing Violent Demonstrations, Demands for Change

Jordan is facing violent demonstrations and political protests. Jordanian journalists warn that change is in the air.

Jordan's Equal Opportunity Crackdown

Jordan's police crack down on clashing pro- and anti-government protesters in Amman; 120 injured including 77 police.

IDF Soldier Injured in Rock Attack; Assailant Shot by Police

An IDF soldier was injured Friday morning in a rock throwing attack on Route 90 near Moshav Tomer in the Jordan Valley.

Abdallah: Reforms Must Represent Entire National Fabric

King Abdallah of Jordan on reform: "We are eager to begin with a new era and there is nothing we are afraid of."

Poll: Jews Want to Keep the Jordan Valley

The overwhelming majority of Israeli Jews, on the right and left, think it would be dangerous to give the PA control of the Jordan Valley.

Egypt Gas Shut Off Also Affecting Jordan

Israel is not alone in the sudden stoppage of natural gas from Egypt. After the Sinai pipeline sabotage, Jordan is parched for gas, too.

PA Rejects Compromise on Jordan Valley Sovereignty

The Palestinian Authority has rejected another compromise, this time concerning an Israeli military presence in the Jordan Valley.

IDF Must Remain in Jordan Valley, Vows Netanyahu

The IDF will remain in the Jordan Valley to defend Israel, regardless of any future Palestinian Authority state, Prime Minister Netanyahu says.

Outrage at Jordanian Minister’s Remarks on Freeing Murderer

Students at victims' Beit Shemesh school, send protest to Jordanian Ambassador over minister's suggestion to release murderer of 7 teenagers.