Jordan

Suspected Jordanian Airstrikes Leave Nine Dead in Syria

Nine civilians, including two children, were killed on Thursday in suspected Jordanian airstrikes, likely targeting drug traffickers in Syria, as Jordan intensified border controls in response to increased smuggling attempts from Syria. At least nine civilians, including two children, were killed Thursday in air strikes on Syria likely to have ...

US Vows Response to Soldiers' Deaths in Jordan

The White House promised, on Monday, significant retaliation for the drone assault on a military base in Jordan, which resulted in the deaths of three American soldiers. President Joe Biden attributed responsibility to Iran-supported insurgents, signaling a forthcoming response. The White House on Monday vowed a "very consequential response" to a ...

US Forces in Syria Targeted in Rocket Attack

Rockets targeted United States and allied forces in Syria, on Monday, as confirmed by a US defense official. This incident occurred following the drone attack in Jordan, on Sunday, which resulted in the deaths of three US troops. United States and allied forces in Syria were targeted with rockets on Monday, a US defense official said, after three ...

MOFA Condemns Attack on American Soldiers in Jordan

The Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the recent attack on American soldiers on the Jordanian-Syrian border and the violation of Jordanian sovereignty. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the ministry expressed regret for the victims of the attack, saying "it could lead to dangerous escalations and regional tension as a result of ...

Jordan Stun South Korea to Reach Asian Cup Final

Jordan Stuns South Korea to Reach Asian Cup Final for the First Time. Jordan powered past Son Heung-min's South Korea 2-0 on Tuesday to reach their first Asian Cup final and a showdown with Iran or hosts and holders Qatar. Playing in the semi-finals for the first time and ranked 64 places lower, Jordan were full value for their victory over ...

Lebanon at the Arab Rugby Championship

"We must, we can, we will." With this in mind, the Lebanese women's rugby team is preparing to take part in the Arab Rugby Sevens Championship, to be hosted by Saudi Arabia, more precisely in the city of Taif, on February 16 and 17, with the participation of 8 teams: Saudi Arabia, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, Syria, Libya, Jordan and ...

Iraq Links Up With Jordan to Import Electricity

Iraq announced on Friday that a power line would soon bring electricity from Jordan, as the authorities seek to diversify energy sources to alleviate the country's chronic blackouts and reduce its dependence on Iran. Iraq said Friday a power line would soon bring electricity from Jordan to the border area as authorities aim to diversify energy ...

Jordan, a Component of the Win-Win Scenario

Listen to the article [audio mp3="https://thisisbeirut.com.lb/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/We-are-currently-witnessing-a-new-kind-of-warfare-in-the-Middle-East.-Alongside-meticulously.mp3"][/audio] We are currently witnessing a new kind of warfare in the Middle East. Alongside meticulously targeted aerial strikes, broader belligerent intentions ...

Mikati Denies Claims of EU Bribe to Keep Displaced Syrians in Lebanon

In response to recent accusations that he has accepted a "bribe" from the European Union (EU) in exchange for hosting displaced Syrians in Lebanon, Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati's media office issued a statement, debunking the claims and emphasizing the genuine nature of the EU's support. Mikati bemoaned what he described as a "political ...

Jordan Launches Multinational ‘Eager Lion’ War Games

The Jordanian military announced Sunday the launch of the "Eager Lion" military exercise, with ground, naval and air forces from 33 countries including the United States, France and Britain. The drills, set to end on May 23, include anti-terrorism and air defense training, army spokesman Colonel Mustafa al-Hiyari told a news conference. He said ...

Netanyahu Reaffirms Commitment to Ceasefire in Blinken Meeting

Prime Minister Netanyahu has reaffirmed his commitment to a ceasefire as Blinken plans to discuss Biden's proposal with the Israeli opposition on Tuesday. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Tuesday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had "reaffirmed his commitment" to a Gaza ceasefire proposal during their meeting in ...

Jordan Advises Citizens Against Traveling to Lebanon

“In light of the ongoing developments in the region and in the interest of ensuring the safety of Jordanian citizens abroad,” the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates urged Jordanian citizens to avoid traveling to Lebanon at this time. The ministry's spokesperson, Ambassador Sufian Qudah, emphasized that this recommendation ...