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Charity campaigner’s death after microlight crash was accidental, coroner rules

Claire Lomas died of severe injuries five weeks after aircraft crashed into rocks off runway while filming Apple video in Jordan

The Guardian - UK

In 2019, Jordan sank 19 military machines in the Red Sea, turning retired tanks, cannons, an ambulance, and a combat helicopter into an underwater museum and artificial reef

Jordan's Aqaba hosts a unique underwater military museum featuring decommissioned vehicles. These sunken machines now serve as artificial reefs, attracting marine life and divers. The project aims to relieve pressure on natural coral reefs while offering a new tourist experience. Research indicates such artificial reefs can foster marine growth when…

The Economic Times

Coroner makes ruling on death of paraplegic campaigner after microlight crash

Claire Lomas was fatally injured while filming a series for Apple in Jordan

The Independent UK

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Israel and Syria agreed to maintain "status quo" on security matters: Netanyahu

Israel warned Syria about Turkish troop deployment near Aleppo, which Syria ignored. Israeli airstrikes targeted Abu al-Duhur Airbase, causing regional concern and condemnation. The United States urged restraint and dialogue over further military escalation. Syria accused Israel of violating its sovereignty following the airbase strikes. Jordan, Qatar, and Turkey also…

The Economic Times

Charity campaigner who died after microlight crash was filming Apple TV series, inquest hears

Claire Lomas was filming content for project promoting tech company’s Vision Pro headset in Jordan, hearing told

The Guardian - UK

Paralysed campaigner died after crash while filming Apple series, inquest told

Claire Lomas, 44, had been ‘delighted’ to film an episode for the VR headset series in Jordan, her inquest heard.

Evening Standard

Jordan's Queen Rania shares first photos of twin granddaughters Talia and Rania, cradles newborns; King Abdullah II joins after Princess Iman welcomes daughters

Jordan’s Queen Rania has shared the first photos of her twin granddaughters, Talia and Rania, after Princess Iman and her husband, Jameel Thermiotis, welcomed the baby girls. Queen Rania was seen cradling the newborns in her arms, while King Abdullah II later joined the family portraits. The twins were born…

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Princess Iman welcomes twin daughters Talia and Rania with husband Jameel Alexander Thermiotis, names newborns after Queen Rania; Jordanian royal family celebrates

Princess Iman of Jordan and her husband Jameel Alexander Thermiotis have welcomed twin daughters, Talia and Rania. The newborns were born on August 14, bringing a double celebration to King Abdullah II and Queen Rania, who are now grandparents to four granddaughters. The couple’s older daughter, Amina, has also become…

The Times of India

How Jordan’s clothing industry exploits migrant workers: ‘we have nowhere to go with our complaints’

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently issued its first-ever “withhold release” orders on garments made in Jordan. These orders, issued on June 23 with immediate effect, bar shipments from two factories run by Jordan-based clothes manufacturer Needle Craft from entering the US market.

The Conversation

'Paying the Price': Qatar World Cup Whistleblower Abdullah Ibhais Vanished After Getting US Visa, Family Says

Qatar World Cup whistleblower Abdullah Ibhais allegedly vanishes in Jordan after getting a US visa to testify in a forced‑labour case.

International Business Times UK

Jordan warns status quo in Jerusalem 'under threat' as ministers meet in Amman

Amman hosted an emergency ministerial meeting on Wednesday to rally support behind Jordan’s custodianship of Jerusalem’s holy sites, as Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi warned that Israeli measures risk igniting a wider religious conflict.

Radio France Internationale

Jerusalem on brink of religious conflict over ‘imminent’ threat to Muslim site, Jordan says

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The Independent UK

Former FIFA Vice President Prince Ali accuses Infantino of 'blackmail' as presure on leadership mounts

In a social media post, Prince Ali said that during the World Cup — where Jordan made its debut in June — he was told if he endorsed FIFA President Gianni Infantino “it would go a long way to helping our FA out.”

Euronews

Israeli takeover of Jerusalem’s most important Muslim site is ‘imminent’, warns Jordan

Jordan has held custodianship of the Muslim site for more than 100 years, but a minister has voiced concerns that its stewardship is under serious threat

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Gianni Infantino accused of ‘blackmail’ by Jordan FA president after foiled Fifa plan

Infantino was forced to abandon his plans to sell stakes in the World Cup and Fifa tournaments to private investors

The Guardian - UK

Jerusalem’s most important Muslim religious site facing ‘imminent’ threat of Israeli takeover, says Jordan

Country convenes emergency meeting of ministers from Arab and Islamic world, fearing such a move could ‘trigger a religious conflict’

The Economic Times

Iran claims to destroy drone hangars, fuel depot at US base in Kuwait

US Iran war: IRGC reported destroying US drone hangars and a fuel facility in Kuwait. The IRGC also claimed a missile strike on Jordan's al-Azraq airbase. US Central Command denied damage to any American aircraft in these incidents. They also refuted claims about a commercial oil tanker violating a US…

France 24

Israeli far-right minister Ben Gvir says Hamas disarmament deal 'unacceptable'

Israel's far-right national security minister on Friday opposed a deal agreed by Hamas that includes the group handing over its weapons and the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, calling it “unacceptable”. Read our live blog to see how events unfolded.

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Mediator Pakistan says US-Iran talks ongoing as foes trade attacks

TEHRAN - Mediator Pakistan insisted Thursday that negotiations between Iran and the United States were ongoing, even as Washington carried out a "heavy wave of strikes" on its foe in retaliation for fresh attacks targeting Jordan.

France 24

Pakistan says US-Iran talks still alive despite fresh wave of US strikes

The renewed fighting has widened fears of a broader regional conflict, with Egypt hit for the first time and Gulf states scrambling to secure key shipping routes.

The Economic Times

Jordanian athlete missing status update: Rice University reveals where 24-year-old soccer player with cerebral palsy was found after his mysterious disappearance

Jordanian athlete missing update: The search for the Jordanian athlete missing from Rice University has ended after the 24-year-old soccer player with cerebral palsy was found safe in Illinois. Officials say he traveled there on his own, though the reason for his sudden departure remains under investigation and is yet…

The Economic Times

US and Iran trade missile barrages as hopes dim for a quick resolution to the five-month conflict

The United States and Iran exchanged missile strikes, escalating regional conflict. Jordan and Kuwait reported intercepting Iranian missiles and a deadly strike respectively. Drone attacks caused fires on ships at an Egyptian port this week. The ongoing war has significantly impacted global fuel prices and the economy. Diplomatic efforts continue…

The Economic Times

Iran claims to destroy three F-35 jets, damage 3 more in Jordan after US attack

Iran stated it destroyed three US F-35 jets at Jordan's Al-Azraq Air Base. This action was a direct response to American airstrikes on Qeshm Island. US Central Command confirmed large-scale strikes against IRGC targets inside Iran. These strikes aimed to diminish threats posed by Iran and its proxies.

The Times of India

$300 million up in smoke? Iran claims it destroyed three US F-35 fighter jets in Jordan

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Thursday claimed it destroyed three US F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter jets and severely damaged three more in a ballistic missile strike on Jordan's al-Azraq Air Base, in what, if verified, would mark one of the most significant losses of America's most advanced…

France 24

Baghdad denies prior knowledge of US-Saudi strikes

Baghdad neither approved nor had prior knowledge of the joint US-Saudi strikes on Iraqi territory, government spokesperson Haider al-Aboudi said on Thursday, according to the state news agency. The Wednesday strikes killed at least 20 members of the Iran-backed Hashed al-Shaabi militia. Read our live blog to see how events…

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