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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.

Angry Refugees Tell Kerry: Impose No-Fly Zone

On his visit to Jordan, US Secretary of State receives a reminder that there's more to the Middle East than the Arab-Israeli conflict

World Bank, Lebanon Work on Syrian Refugee Aid Fund

The World Bank is working with Lebanon to set up a fund to manage donor aid for more than half a million Syrian refugees in the country.

Egypt’s Gas Pipeline Comes Under Attack

Once again, Jordan's natural gas supply has been interrupted by terrorism on the pipeline in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula.

Britain Deports Abu Qatada, Ending Decade-Long Legal Battle

Bethlehem-born hate preacher dubbed "Bin Laden's deputy in Europe" finally deported after decade-long legal battle.

Jordan Joins Middle East in Crackdown on Journalists

Jordan has joined other Muslim nations in the region in cracking down on journalists and media outlets in the country.

Doors to Syrian Refugees Starting to Close

The doors to Syrian refugees are starting to close, with more than 1.7 million already having flooded through the borders to safety.

Jordanians Protest Imports from Israel, But Amman May Import Gas

Jordanians called on the Amman government to ban imports from Israel, possibly not knowing talks are proceeding over import of natural gas.

Jordan Warns Israel-PA Situation Could ‘Explode’ If Talks Fail

Jordan’s King Abdullah II warns Israel-PA relations could “explode” if talks fail, and the Syrian civil war may lead to a regional conflict.

US Secy of State Heads to Jordan on New Shuttle Diplomacy Tour

US Secy of State John Kerry is leaving Kuwait and heading to Jordan on his latest Mideast shuttle diplomacy mission.

Anglican Leader to Visit Kotel in 5 Day Mideast Visit

The leader of the world's Anglicans is to make a five-day visit to Israel, Egypt and Jordan. He is set to visit Western Wall, Yad Vashem.

'Exercise Eager Lion' War Games Active in Jordanian Desert

Military forces from Jordan and the US are drilling together in the Jordanian desert with 17 other nations in Exercise Eager Lion 2013.

Jordan's King: We Can Defend Ourselves from Syria

Jordan’s King Abdullah II vows to protect his country from the civil war in Syria.

Danon: Conflict with PA 'Better Than Making More Mistaken Deals'

Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon expects the Israel-PA conflict to be resolved with help from Egypt and Jordan, he said in an interview

U.S.-Led 'Eager Lion' Military Drill Starts in Jordan

Jordan announces the start of the “Eager Lion” military exercises, with the participation of 8,000 soldiers from 19 countries.

U.S. Officials: Patriots May Remain in Jordan After Drill

United States officials confirm that Patriot missiles and F-16s being deployed to Jordan for military exercises may be kept there.

U.S. to Send Patriots and F-16s to Jordan

The United States will send a Patriot missile battery and F-16 fighters to Jordan for a military drill and may keep the weapons there.

Kerry to Visit Jordan 'Within Days'

Kerry is engaged in an intensive bout of shuttle diplomacy aimed at finding a way back to direct negotiations.

Jordan's PM: Relations with Israel Dependent on PA Peace

Peace between Israel and the PA is the key to regional stability, says Jordan’s Prime Minister.

‘Sad Story’ of Hareidi Family Arrested in Jordan

Beit Shemesh family may have entered Jordan intentionally in an attempt to smuggle children to Canadian cult.

Jordanians Stage Walkout on Israelis at WEF

Jordanian reporters walked out when Israeli journalists and officials entered the communications center at the World Economic Forum

Beit Shemesh Family Arrested in Jordan

Eight members of a hareidi family from Beit Shemesh were arrested late Wednesday – in Jordan – after they crossed the border from Israel

Jordan Summons Israeli Ambassador, Peres Sends Calming Message

President Shimon Peres sends a calming message to Jordan, after it summons the Israeli ambassador over an incident at the Temple Mount.

Jordan MPs Demand Expulsion of Israeli Envoy

Jordan MPs unanimously demanded the government expel Israeli ambassador over 'chair throwing' Muslim Mufti.

Clashes Erupt at Jordanian University, Killing 3

Armed clashes between students killed three people and hurt 25 others at a university campus in the restive Jordanian city of Maan.

Jordan: Israel Agreed to Allow UN to 'Investigate' in Old City

Jordan says that Israel has agreed to allow UNESCO to "investigate and assess" heritage conservation in Jerusalem's Old City.

Jordanian Party Expels MP for Meeting 'Criminal' Peres

A Jordanian party has expelled one of its members for attending a reception with Israeli President Shimon Peres.

Assad: The West Will Pay for Supporting Al-Qaeda

Syrian President warns the West it will pay a heavy price for its supporting Al-Qaeda, says his regime's defeat is not an option.