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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.

Kerry to Meet Abbas in Jordan - But Not Netanyahu

PA chief Mahmoud Abbas to meet US Secretary of State on Thursday in Jordanian capital to discuss ongoing violence.

Kerry Visits Jordan Amid Mounting Regional Tensions

US Secretary of State to meet with King Abdullah to discuss Jerusalem and regional issues. Meeting follows new Turkish criticism of Israel.

Jordan Minister: 70% of Official Media Coverage is Anti-Israel

Jordanian minister of state for media affairs brags that state media 'extensively' covers Israel 'violations.'

To Counter ISIS, Jordan Orders Imams to Preach 'Peaceful Islam'

In another move to crack down on ISIS supporters in the country, Jordanian authorities have ordered clerics to preach only moderate Islam.

War Crimes Complaint Filed Against Abbas in ICC

Civil rights firm accuses PA of war crimes, using Abbas's Jordanian citizenship - and on evidence Fatah was involved in Gaza war.

Jordan Withdraws from 20 Year Anniversary of Israel Peace Accord

Citing Temple Mount tensions, Jordan's king orders officials not to attend 20th anniversary ceremony for peace treaty in Jordan Valley.

Egypt Threatens Israel with 'Regional Deterioration'

Senior Egyptian sources warn they, like Jordan, may act on Temple Mount clashes, press Netanyahu to call nationalist MKs and warn them.

Netanyahu Promises Abdullah: No Jewish Prayer on Temple Mount

After Jordan pulls ambassador, Netanyahu calls Jordan's king and vows to keep discriminatory 'status quo' on Temple Mount.

Jordan: Israel 'Crossed a Line' on Temple Mount

Jordan’s Foreign Minister: Ambassador withdrawn from Israel because the goings on at the Al-Aqsa Mosque were “beyond the limits”.

Jordan Withdraws Ambassador to Israel over Temple Mount

Jordan withdraws envoy over Temple Mount clashes.

'Jordan Must Internalize Temple Mount is Under Israeli Control'

MK Uri Ariel responds to Jordan's threat to revoke peace treaty by reminding them of Six Day War and King's Hussein's dependence on Israel.

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.