Jordan

A viral AI-generated video showing Palestinian and Jordanian flags on the Eiffel Tower has sparked alarm in France amid violent weekend riots and widespread looting.

Pro-Palestinian groups in Jordan are demanding the cancellation of Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli's upcoming concert in Petra over his past support for Israel.

Yisrael Beytenu leader Avigdor Lieberman proposed a new West Bank plan, suggesting Jordanian civilian administration in Areas A and B alongside Israeli security control, while calling for the total eradication of Hamas in Gaza.

A flydubai emergency landing in Saudi Arabia highlights Israeli travel to the kingdom, while Muslim citizens of Israel have quietly made the pilgrimage to Mecca and Medina for years via Jordan.

The US military expended about 70 interceptors defending Jordan from an Iranian missile barrage, highlighting growing strains on American air defense stockpiles and regional deterrence capabilities.

A senior US official stated that Washington is currently not aware of any fire directed at US bases in Jordan.

The source of the interceptions documented by vacationers in the skies over the Sea of Galilee is in Jordan, where Iran has again launched ballistic missiles. Meanwhile, the IDF has launched another wave of attacks in Lebanon, in which, according to reports, two people on a motorcycle were eliminated.

Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi accused Iran of attacking Jordan and countries in the region just two hours after the start of the war. Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi rejected the claims, citing violations of sovereignty.

"Arab Sky News", a Jordanian platform on Facebook, publishes reports in Hebrew, including videos of presenters addressing the Israeli public. The digital platform is active in other languages, including Italian and Chinese: "Ambitions that cross borders, backed by Jordanian capital"

Following the renewal of the exchange of blows between Iran and the US, countries in the region are expressing concern and seeking to remain outside the conflict. The UAE has called for de-escalation, while Jordanian commentators criticized Iran for targeting Arab nations instead of its primary adversary.

In Egypt, a committee was established to set prices every three months. In Jordan, authorities are preventing global oil price hikes from impacting the local market. In Syria, a government attempt to lower prices resulted in massive queues and fuel stations running out of supply.

The US President clarified that Washington will respond to the missile launch towards forces in Jordan: "There will be a response". According to him, most of the missiles were intercepted, and another missile was not intercepted after it became clear it would not hit anything. Alongside the military threat, Trump claimed that the Iranians "want to meet so badly" – but cast doubt on the possibility...

A Dimona resident was arrested at the border crossing with nearly 1.5 kg of methamphetamine. She claimed she suspected the package contained illicit goods but proceeded due to threats against her and her children.

Seven pistols intended for smuggling into Israel were seized last Thursday near the Jordanian border. During the security operation, a suspect attempting to flee was wounded.

Four suspects threw drug packages across the border into Jordan and attempted to flee, but were apprehended during a joint operation by the police and the IDF. This incident is part of a series of smuggling attempts involving millions of shekels' worth of narcotics thwarted along the eastern border in recent months.

After being denied exit to Jordan at the Rabin crossing, Yuri Komer from Ashdod entered the sea and swam to Aqaba, evading Israeli surveillance. He was found with a large sum of cash, though he claims he was swept away by the current.

The Iranian blockade and Houthi threats have shifted cargo transport from sea routes to land routes through Jordan. Staffing shortages and reduced operating hours at the Jordan River Crossing are causing significant delays. Imports for companies like Sugat and ICL are being stalled, threatening consumer prices. The Israel Airports Authority attributes the congestion to current security...

An Ashdod resident reported missing managed to cross the maritime border to Aqaba unnoticed. He was returned to Israel earlier this week. The IDF Spokesperson's Unit stated: "The incident is under investigation."

It has come to the attention of mako celebrities that the singer arrived for a performance in Eilat and used the time for a ride on a jet ski, until he drifted too far. Naval forces were scrambled, sirens were activated, and the event even reached a police investigation.

A 44-year-old Ashdod resident, who had been missing since the beginning of the month, was found attempting to cross the maritime border illegally. He tried to swim from Eilat to Aqaba, Jordan, before being detained and returned to Israel.

The head of the Settlement and National Infrastructure Unit at the Ministry of Defense examined security needs along the eastern border. The regional council presented existing gaps and security requirements following plans to expand the communities.

Syrian authorities thwarted an attempt to smuggle drugs into Jordan across the southern border on Wednesday using balloons. The operation took place in the eastern countryside of As-Suwayda province.

The Northern District Attorney's Office filed an indictment against three residents of Kfar Misr, aged 26, 41, and 30, on suspicion of operating as a smuggling cell and transferring approximately 50 kg of hashish across the border into Jordan. The indictment was filed following a joint investigation by the Northern District Central Unit and the Shin Bet, and charges them with violating state...

Jordan Football Association President Prince Ali bin Al-Hussein has accused FIFA leadership, led by Gianni Infantino, of blackmail, claiming the organization made financial aid conditional on supporting his candidacy.

Jordan is convening an emergency meeting of foreign ministers from Arab and Islamic countries due to what it defines as an 'immediate threat' of an Israeli takeover of the Temple Mount. Amman warns that violating the status quo could ignite a major religious conflict.

US embassies in Israel, Jordan, and Iraq have warned of potential unforeseen escalation. American citizens are advised to prepare for flight cancellations and airspace closures.

US President Donald Trump labeled the missile fire at US forces in Jordan a "surprise attack" and threatened a severe response. Meanwhile, the US and Saudi Arabia conducted joint strikes against pro-Iranian militias in Iraq.

More than 1,100 public figures, jurists, and activists signed a letter calling for an end to the American military presence in the kingdom, arguing that it endangers Jordan's sovereignty and drags it into a regional conflict. Despite public pressure, the government is not expected to change its alliance with Washington.

US Central Command confirmed that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attempted a surprise attack with ballistic missiles, which were successfully intercepted. Interceptions were observed in the skies over Eilat, and explosions were heard in Jordan. An advisor to the IRGC tweeted following the attack: "Iran is fully prepared for an all-out war."

The IDF announced on Monday morning that it intercepted two unmanned aerial vehicles near the Jordanian border. The aircraft did not cross into Israeli territory, and the source of the launch is under investigation.