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The Latest Breaking News from Jordan

Trump wants more Afrikaner refugees while others are stuck due to his ‘cruel’ policies

Thousands of vetted and approved refugees are suffering as Trump restricts quotas and prioritizes white South Africans

The Guardian - US · Oct 16

Jordan is “becoming a safe gateway” for neighbouring countries, says investment minister.

Jordan’s Investment Minister Tareq Abu Ghazaleh said his country had “shown all investors” that it has a “resilient economy”.

Euronews · Oct 15

Israel trying to recreate Gaza in the West Bank by pushing Palestinians out, warns Jordan

IN FOCUS: Exclusive: Jordanian brief accuses Israel’s ‘extremist government’ of recreating the security conditions in war-ravaged Gaza to force Palestinians from their lands, writes chief international correspondent Bel Trew

The Independent UK · Oct 14

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Australia pleas for peace with key Middle East partner

Jordan's King Abdullah II has met with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to reaffirm collaboration during his first visit to Australia in a decade.

AAP · Oct 14

King lands in Australia for first time in a decade

The head of the Muslim world's oldest royal dynasty has touched down in Canberra with a packed itinerary, ahead of a meeting with the prime minister.

AAP · Oct 13

Princess 'repeatedly' accused staff of theft before jewellery vanished, court hears

A housekeeper is charged with stealing valuable jewellery from the London home of Princess Firyal Irshaid of Jordan

Evening Standard · Oct 12

UK accused of giving people of Gaza false hope over new refugee safe route

Only ‘very small number’ of people already in Lebanon or Jordan will be referred, says organisation running scheme

The Guardian - UK · Oct 10

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Teenager accused of hacking FBI arrested in Jordan

Notorious hacking collective ShinyHunters claims to have home addresses and other sensitive information on all bureau staff

The Independent UK · Oct 5

A Light Slap From His 5-Year-Old Cousin Swelled a Boy's Salivary Gland and Made Breakfast Too Painful

A gentle slap during play inflamed a 4-year-old's parotid gland. Doctors in Jordan ruled out mumps and infection, and he recovered in 2 weeks.

Medical Daily · Sep 30

FM Nirmala Sitharaman pushes investment, economic ties with Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, Jordan at AIIB meet

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman engaged in meetings in Doha to enhance economic ties with Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, and Jordan. Discussions included the India-Saudi Arabia Bilateral Investment Treaty and opportunities for Swiss investments in India's infrastructure sector. The focus also extended to food security and trade with Jordan, aiming to boost…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

India-Jordan trade: Sitharaman seeks deeper ties, $5 billion target by 2030

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met with Jordan's Minister of Planning Zeina Zeid Toukan in Doha. The two ministers discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in various sectors, including food security and trade. Sitharaman emphasized the goal of reaching $5 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. Jordan expressed interest in strengthening…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Jordan in a Week: How the Jordan Pass Changes the Visa Maths for Indian Travellers Visiting Petra and Wadi Rum

What the Jordan Pass Actually Does to Your BudgetJordan charges Indians a visa-on-arrival fee of JOD 40 (roughly ₹4,700) at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman. The Jordan Pass, bought online before you land, costs JOD 70 to 80 depending on the tier you choose. That gap of JOD 30…

Times Life · Sep 28

How Israel's regional neighbours see its upcoming elections

Israel's approaching elections on October 27 are being closely observed by neighboring countries, emphasizing regional implications. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government faces criticism for its policies towards Palestinians and expansionist actions. Jordan and Egypt express concerns over potential refugee crises stemming from Israeli plans. Gulf nations are hesitant to normalize…

The Economic Times · Sep 27

Why Iran looms large over Trump-Xi talks in White House

US President Donald Trump is planning to address Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding China's support for Iran. The discussion will follow reports linking Chinese entities to lethal satellite imagery provided to Iran prior to an attack. This attack on US troops in Jordan killed three soldiers and wounded others, marking…

The Times of India · Sep 23

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Euronews · Sep 23

Qatar's emir urges talks with Iran as regional leaders demand stronger action against Israel at UN

The leaders of Qatar, Turkey and Jordan called for talks with Tehran and greater international pressure on Israel.

International Business Times UK · Sep 23

Jordan's King Abdullah Warns Israel's 'Expansionist Appetite' Is Now a Regional Threat: 'Syria Is the Warning'

Jordan's King Abdullah II has warned that Israeli activity in southern Syria and the occupied West Bank poses a growing threat to Jordan's security, borders and water resources.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

A 2011 study analyzing satellite imagery in Jordan identified more than 1,000 giant stone "wheels"; field archaeology later showed some were prehistoric burial or ritual structures

A remarkable archaeological find has surfaced in Jordan's deserts, with the discovery of thousands of ancient stone structures known as wheels. These formations, resembling stone circles with distinct spokes visible from an aerial viewpoint, are believed to be several millennia old, possibly older than the Great Pyramid itself. Intriguingly, some…

Radio France Internationale · Sep 17

Lebanon security talks in Paris focus on replacing UN mission

The leaders of France, Lebanon and Jordan on Thursday met in Paris to discuss international support for the cash-strapped Lebanese army and the creation of a new force to succeed a longstanding UN peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon.

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The Independent UK · Sep 17

Leaders from Lebanon, France and Jordan to discuss struggling Lebanese military

Leaders from Lebanon, France and Jordan are meeting in Paris to support Lebanon's struggling military

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Trump downplays report China gave Iran intel before deadly strike on US base

US President Donald Trump downplayed reports that Chinese entities supplied Iran with satellite imagery of a US military base in Jordan before and after an Iranian strike that killed three American soldiers. Trump said China and the US both conduct espionage, as the report threatens to add friction ahead of…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

In 2019, Jordan sank a Lockheed L-1011 TriStar in waters up to 92 feet deep; three years later, its fuselage and wings sheltered corals, sponges, octopuses and pufferfish

An ex-airliner has been repurposed as a lively artificial reef in the Red Sea. As marine species have swiftly inhabited the sunken plane, a thriving ecosystem has formed. Corals and sponges cling to the aircraft's body, while various fish find refuge amid its framework. This underwater transformation highlights the importance…

The Times of India · Sep 13

Hydroponic Trays Aid Refugees: WFP pilot grows barley in 7 days; livestock health improves

In Algerian camps, Sahrawi refugees are utilizing hydroponics to cultivate barley fodder, a soil-free technique that consumes ninety percent less water compared to conventional farming. Within just a week, animals can enjoy fresh green feed, leading to better herd health. The World Food Programme is now applying this innovative approach…

The Economic Times · Sep 12

Chinese imagery helped Iran target US base in Jordan, attack killed three soldiers: Report

Iran reportedly used high-resolution Chinese satellite imagery ahead of its July 17 strike on Jordan's Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, which killed three US soldiers. US officials say Iran's targeting accuracy improved over the summer, aided by imagery from Chinese firms already under Washington sanctions. China has denied providing any assistance,…

The Times of India · Sep 12

‘Clearest evidence’ of Chinese support? Iran got satellite images before Jordan attack: Report

Iran had reportedly obtained high-resolution satellite imagery from Chinese sources before launching a missile attack on a US military base in Jordan that killed three American soldiers in July.

AAP · Sep 11

Socceroos lock in final friendlies before Asian Cup

The Socceroos will face Jordan and Qatar in their final two hit-outs before next year's Asian Cup.

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