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middle-east3 days ago•7 min saved

Jordanian Parliament Expunges Israel From Debate Minutes Over Huckabee Remarks

Jordan’s parliament unanimously voted to strike mentions of Israel from the minutes of a debate on US Ambassador Mike Huckabee’s comments about West Bank reforms, with MP Hail Ayash saying the Jewish state’s name represents an enemy to Jordanians; Speaker Mazen al-Qadi said Huckabee’s statements violated international law and the UN charter. Other MPs called for summoning the US ambassador and some urged referring to Israel as the “usurping entity,” reflecting a hardline stance on Palestinian issues even though Jordan signed a peace treaty with Israel 31 years ago.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#gaza-strip #israel #jordan

world11 days ago•6 min saved

Jordan Braces for Quiet Exodus as Israel Declares West Bank State Land

Israel’s cabinet move to register large parts of the occupied West Bank as state land, bypassing the military administration, is read in Jordan as a de facto annexation and a ‘silent transfer’ aimed at eroding Palestinian land rights and shaping a regional crisis. Jordanian officials warn the shift could trigger displacement and strategic upheaval, prompting calls for mobilization, conscription, and new regional alliances as US backing appears to wane and settlement expansion accelerates. The situation marks a pivotal moment for Jordan’s security and its diplomacy in a rapidly shifting Middle East.

via Al Jazeera|

#israel #jordan #land-registration

world24 days ago•10 min saved

Tehran MP urges Jordan to seize US air base amid escalating tensions

Iranian MP Mojtaba Zarei urged Jordanians to seize the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base and capture US personnel after Tehran threatened to strike the base with missiles, tying the base to countering Iranian missiles during the Israel-Iran war. The base hosts Royal Jordanian and US aircraft; the remark comes as US-Iran tensions rise ahead of talks in Istanbul between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#iran #jordan #middle-east

defense1 month ago•6 min saved

Border chase near Israel-Jordan border declared false alarm by IDF

The IDF said a suspected terror infiltration near the Israel-Jordan border was a false alarm after Jordanian Border Police officers chasing criminals entered Israeli territory; elite IDF units, as well as IAF jets and drones, were deployed to the Paran/Yahel area, traffic to Eilat was halted briefly before being reopened as security forces searched for the infiltrators.

via jpost.com|

#border-security #defense #false-alarm

world1 month ago•3 min saved

US expands crackdown, designating Muslim Brotherhood affiliates across Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon as terrorists

The United States designated Muslim Brotherhood branches in Egypt and Jordan as specially designated global terrorists and Lebanon’s al-Jamaa al-Islamiya as a foreign terrorist organization, citing support for Hamas and activities against Israeli interests; the move imposes sanctions, bans material support and US entry for members, and drew mixed reactions from Egypt and Lebanon.

via Al Jazeera|

#egypt #jordan #lebanon

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Jordan's Ancient Olive Trees Threatened by Record Heat

Jordan's ancient olive harvest is severely impacted by record-breaking heat and drought, leading to a 70% decline in production, threatening the country's agricultural sector and traditional way of life.

via The Guardian|

#agriculture #climate-change #heatwave

health2 months ago•5 min saved

Baby Siwar Rehospitalized in Gaza After Jordan Treatment

Baby Siwar Ashour, a one-year-old from Gaza with severe nutritional issues, was treated in Jordan but has returned to Gaza hospital with worsening health due to infections and poor conditions, highlighting ongoing humanitarian crises and challenges in medical evacuations amidst the conflict.

via BBC|

#gaza #health #humanitarian-aid

world5 months ago•0 min saved

Multiple Fatalities in Shooting at West Bank-Jordan Border

Two Israeli soldiers were killed by a gunman on an aid truck at the Jordanian border crossing, who was then killed by security forces; the incident raises concerns over security and humanitarian aid delivery.

via The Washington Post|

#allenby-bridge #israel #jordan

world5 months ago•4 min saved

Violence Erupts at West Bank-Jordan Border, Multiple Fatalities

A Jordanian aid truck driver opened fire at an Israeli border crossing, killing two, amid ongoing violence in the region, including Israeli military casualties and drone strikes, as tensions escalate due to the Israel-Hamas conflict and related regional tensions.

via AP News|

#conflict #gaza #israel

world5 months ago•1 min saved

Two Killed in Shooting at West Bank-Jordan Border Crossing

Two Israeli men were shot dead near the Allenby Crossing between the West Bank and Jordan, with the attacker killed by security forces; the crossing was subsequently closed. The incident echoes a similar attack a year prior, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.

via BBC|

#allenby-crossing #jordan #security

world5 months ago•1 min saved

Two Killed in Shooting at Israel-Jordan Border Crossing

A Jordanian humanitarian aid truck driver attacked and killed two Israeli soldiers at the Allenby Crossing on the Jordanian border, opening fire and stabbing them before being shot dead by a security guard. The incident occurred as the driver was en route to Gaza, and the attack follows a similar incident at the same crossing last year.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#allenby-crossing #attack #humanitarian-aid

world7 months ago•5 min saved

Jordan, UAE, and Egypt ramp up aid efforts to Gaza amid US hesitations

Jordan is requesting US help for Gaza aid airdrops amid international pressure, but the Trump administration has no plans to assist at present, focusing instead on alternative aid delivery mechanisms and supporting the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation despite criticism.

via ABC News|

#airdrop-operation #gaza-aid #humanitarian-aid

politics7 months ago•19 min saved

Jordan Discusses Reviving Partisan Immigration Bill with White House

House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan is in talks with the White House to revive his immigration overhaul bill from the previous Congress, which aims to tighten legal immigration and enforce stricter border controls, amidst ongoing legislative debates and political negotiations.

via Politico|

#bill #congress #immigration

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Caitlyn Jenner Escapes Israel Amid Iran Tensions and Parade Cancellations

Caitlyn Jenner, who arrived in Israel for Pride Week, left the country via Jordan after the outbreak of war with Iran led to airspace closures and security concerns, with her family reporting she remained calm and in good spirits during the crisis.

via Ynetnews|

#caitlyn-jenner #israel #jordan

international-relations1 year ago•1 min saved

Arab Nations Demand Israel's Withdrawal from Syrian Buffer Zone

The foreign ministers of Egypt and Jordan have called for Israel to withdraw from a demilitarized zone along the Syrian border, as announced during a joint press conference in Jordan.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#demilitarized-zone #egypt #international-relations