Syrian security forces deploy in Suwayda; US brokers Israel-Syria ceasefire US ambassador says truce was ‘supported’ by the US and ’embraced’ by Turkiye, Jordan and Syria’s neighbours. Al Jazeera · Jul 19, 2025
Syria issues appeal to EU for help battling massive wildfires along northwestern coast The fires, which started last week, have proven difficult to bring under control despite reinforcements from Jordan, Turkey and Lebanon that came to the country to help Syrian teams fight the blaze. Euronews · Jul 8, 2025
‘Serious animal welfare concerns’: Australian authorities investigate alleged breach of livestock export rules Animal rights group claims sheep in Jordanian slaughterhouse were killed in a manner that was a ‘direct breach’ of Australia’s supply chain assurance system The Guardian - AU · Jul 8, 2025
Lee Erwin completes surprise move to Jordan after stint in North Macedonia Globetrotting Scottish striker Lee Erwin has signed for Jordan outfit Al-Faisaly. The National (Scotland) · Jun 29, 2025
Queen Rania of Jordan Taps Into the Pierced Accessory Trend for the Bezos-Sánchez Wedding With a Jacquemus Bag Her all-black airport look was almost as chic as her ceremony gown. Marie Claire · Jun 27, 2025
Airlines are changing plans due to the Middle East conflict. How will it affect Australian passengers? After strikes on Iran, airlines are taking alternative routes. Here’s what to do if you’re booked on a flight from Australia to Europe The Guardian - AU · Jun 23, 2025
Foreign governments seek emergency exits for nationals stranded in Iran and Israel The Iran-Israel conflict has shuttered airspace across the Middle East as the two bitter enemies launch attacks and reprisals at one another The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2025
Family stranded in Israel face 3,700-mile journey through three countries to get home to UK As attacks continue in the Iran-Israel conflict, three generations of one British family say they remain stranded in the northern city of Haifa with no obvious safe passage home The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2025
Borders closing and airspace shut as Israel-Iran conflict rages Pakistan closes its border with Iran while Jordan suspends flights but keeps land crossings with Israel operational. Al Jazeera · Jun 16, 2025
Jordan’s long road to World Cup qualification took a strange diversion Improvement of side has been slow and steady since Harry Redknapp and Ray Wilkins had short spells in charge The Guardian - UK · Jun 11, 2025
Medaina Festival transforms Petra into a new frontier for electronic music The multi-day Jordanian festival brought electronic artists, cultural workshops and curated performances to Petra and Wadi Rum – blending heritage with high production and thoughtful restraint The Independent UK · Jun 7, 2025
Jordan celebrate reaching first World Cup after win against Oman Jordanians are celebrating their football team’s first qualification for a FIFA World Cup following win in Oman. Al Jazeera · Jun 6, 2025
Starmer welcomes King of Jordan as Gaza conflict continues The Prime Minister hailed Abdullah’s ‘leadership in the region’ and described his work on the conflict as ‘really, really important’. Evening Standard · Jun 5, 2025
Saudi Arabia calls Israel barring Arab ministers West Bank trip ‘extremism’ Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE ministers planned visit to discuss Palestinian statehood and ending Gaza war. Al Jazeera · Jun 1, 2025
Al Jazeera · May 31, 2025 Arab ministers condemn Israel’s ‘ban’ on planned West Bank visit Israel has refused to cooperate with the Ramallah meeting planned by Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE.
Euronews · May 28, 2025 Sweden charges man over 2015 killing of Jordanian pilot burned alive in Syria Osama Krayem, 32, has been charged with war crimes and terrorism over his alleged role in a 2015 execution by the so-called Islamic State group in Syria.
The Independent UK · May 27, 2025 Swedish man charged over 2015 killing of a Jordanian pilot by the Islamic State group A Swedish man has been indicted as a member of the Islamic State group in connection with the killing of a Jordanian pilot whose plane went down in Syria on Christmas Eve 2014
Autosport · May 27, 2025 Pepsi maxed: New partnership brings PepsiCo brands to F1 Long-time Formula 1 fans will cherish the evocative memory of the Jordan 191 with its bright green and blue colour scheme, resplendent with PepsiCo’s 7Up logos.
Euronews · May 19, 2025 Shifting sands: Who can the Middle East turn to after USAID funding cuts? As USAID moves its regional bureau to Cairo, Euronews asks how the Trump administration’s gutting of humanitarian — but not military — assistance to Egypt and Jordan could affect the region’s stability, and open it up to other powers.
The Independent UK · May 16, 2025 Gaza children are sent back to war zone following medical care after Jordan rejects requests to stay Seventeen Palestinian children and their caregivers were recently sent back to Gaza after receiving medical treatment in Jordan
The Guardian - UK · May 15, 2025 A grim lottery: as Israel bombs hospitals, some Gaza children are granted rare exit permits The al Astal brothers are among the unlucky Palestinians who are fighting their own battle against cancer while stuck in a war zone
The Conversation · May 8, 2025 What does Netanyahu’s plan for ‘conquering’ Gaza mean for Israel, Palestine and their neighbours? Expert Q&A The Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has announced that the Israeli military will launch a new “intensified” offensive in Gaza. In a video posted on X, he said Israel’s security cabinet had approved a plan for “conquering” the Gaza Strip and establishing a “sustained presence” there.
The Independent UK · May 6, 2025 Mother and son killed after flash flooding hits Middle East tourist site The pair were part of a group of 18 tourists on an adventure trip
Euronews · May 5, 2025 Bodies of Belgian mother and son found in south Jordan after weekend flash flooding Sunday's flooding in southern Jordan also led to the evacuation of hundreds of tourists from the Petra archaeological site, the country's main tourist attraction.
The Conversation · Apr 25, 2025 Jordan joins regional push to sideline Islamist opposition The Jordanian authorities have banned the Muslim Brotherhood, the largest opposition movement in the kingdom, in a major new crackdown. On Wednesday April 23, security forces raided Brotherhood offices, confiscating assets and property, and outlawed all of the group’s activities.