Jordan

First time in decades:

IDF founds outposts on Jordanian border

Over the past year, a number of security settlements have been set up on the other side of the Jordanian border, for the first time since the era of the Nahal settlements.

GCC warns Iran: Aggression will lead to greater isolation

GCC ministers condemn Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, pledge collective defense and urge global action.

Royal Jordanian pilot sparks outrage with mid-flight remarks

A Royal Jordanian pilot's announcement about 'Palestinian land' while flying over Israel drew criticism and prompted calls for action against the airline.

Chief of Staff on eastern border: Prepare for surprise attack

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits General Staff exercise simulating widescale terrorist assault, says military must maintain constant readiness for surprise attacks on Israel’s borders.

In western Binyamin:

Jordanian fortifications aimed at Tel Aviv uncovered

Nearly 60 years after the Six Day War, Jordanian Legion bunkers and fortifications that threatened Tel Aviv are discovered in Israel's Binyamin Region.

Indictment: Drone network smuggled weapons from Jordan

Five suspects charged in major operation that moved guns and drugs across the eastern border, exposing link between smuggling routes and terror activity.

Death penalty law

Widespread condemnation by Muslim countries

8 Muslim countries, including Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, issue condemnation of Israel's law on the death penalty for terrorists. Afghanistan’s Taliban government also criticized the legislation.

100s stranded in Aqaba:

Jordan unexpectedly halts flights of Israelis

An unexpected Jordanian decision to halt flights of European planes operated by Arkia led to the immediate cancellation of many Israeli flights.

Uzi Dayan:

'Pained at seeing our tradition interrupted'

Maj. Gen. (res.) Uzi Dayan describes a sense of disappointment at the interruption of the tradition of crossing the Jordan to replicate Joshua's entry into the Land of Israel.

Trump administration fast-tracks $8.4B arms deal to Gulf allies

Trump administration bypasses Congress to fast-track $8.4B in arms sales to the UAE, Kuwait, and Jordan, citing an emergency over Iran’s threats.

Shabbat in Jordan: Chabad students evacuate Israel

Dozens of Chabad-Lubavitch yeshiva and seminary students studying in Tzfat find travel plans canceled due to war with Iran, end up waiting for flight out of Jordan.

Significant smuggling op. foiled, 3 Bedouins arrested

Security forces thwarted an attempt to smuggle weapons from Jordan into Israel using a drone. Three Bedouin residents of the Negev were arrested and indicted.

When Yizhak Rabin urged moving Gaza’s Arabs to Jordan

PM Yizhak Rabin's words on Gazans while an ambassador, before he became a Nobel Peace Prize winner, seem to have been echoed by US President Donald Trump, a would-be Nobel Prize winner. Opinion.

Police say no concern of security incident in southern Israel

Suspects infiltrate Israel from Jordan, prompting security alerts.

Eight Muslim nations join Trump’s Peace Board for Gaza

Eight Muslim‑majority nations join the US‑backed Peace Council for Gaza, supporting Trump’s initiative to secure a ceasefire, rebuild Gaza, and advance a political framework.

Three Months Later:

Israel returns body of Allenby Crossing terrorist to Jordan

Three months after the deadly attack at the Allenby Crossing in which two IDF soldiers were killed, and two weeks after the crossing was reopened, Israel returned the body of the attacker Abd al-Qaisi to Jordan.

Operation Hawkeye:

U.S. and Jordan bomb ISIS Targets in Syria

The attack comes in retaliation for the ISIS ambush that killed two US soldiers.

2.5 months after deadly attack:

Allenby Crossing to reopen to Gaza shipments

The Allenby Crossing will reopen for cargo and aid after two and a half months, following security upgrades on both sides of the border after the terror attack that killed two IDF soldiers.

Jordan:

Israel has no right to sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Jordan’s Foreign Ministry issued a harsh condemnation of Smotrich’s rejection of a Palestinian state and Israel’s plans to expand communities in Judea and Samaria.

Suspects attempt to smuggle weapons, ram soldiers

IDF soldiers fire towards suspects attempting to smuggle weapons from Jordan, ram soldiers.

Two months after attack

Netanyahu instructs reopening of Allenby Crossing

Two months after a terror attack that killed two IDF soldiers, Prime Minister Netanyahu approved reopening the Allenby Crossing for goods.

Jordan and Israel to renew joint project?

Following ceasefire with Hamas, Jordanian government examines renewing project under which Israel and Jordan would trade desalinated water for solar power.

Outrage:

Jordan’s Queen equates Israel’s actions to Holocaust crimes

In a speech in Munich, Queen Rania compares Israel’s actions in Gaza to Nazi Germany’s treatment of Jews, praises anti-Israel protests, and accuses Israel of illegal occupation.

Defense Ministry to construct barrier along eastern border

Defense Ministry finalizes plans to build new security barrier along border with Jordan, construction to start in the coming weeks.

19-hour escape:

US, Israel, and Jordan save Navy officer’s mother from Gaza

Ahlam Firwana, 59, was escorted out of Gaza in a 19-hour operation coordinated by U.S., Israeli, and Jordanian officials after her son, a US Navy medic, sought help to save her.

Call for hostage release

Arab states back Trump’s Gaza peace plan

Eight Arab and Muslim nations praise President Trump’s leadership and pledge support for a deal that ends the war, frees hostages, and ensures regional stability.

IDF Spokesman:

‘Threats from every direction’ as war expands on multiple fronts

IDF Spokesman Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin warned of multi-front threats, detailed Hamas’s exploitation of Gaza civilians, and vowed to fight until the hostages return home.

Failed infiltration:

IDF detains four foreign nationals near Jordanian border

IDF troops stop four foreign nationals who attempted to cross into Israel from Jordan. The incident follows a deadly attack at the Allenby Crossing that left two Israelis dead.

Allenby Crossing

Humanitarian aid truck driver murders two IDF soldiers

Terrorist crossed from the Jordanian side of the border in a humanitarian aid truck and murdered two Israelis.

Veteran Israeli journalist:

US leaked Israeli strike plans - and this isn't the first time

In his Hebrew column for Arutz Sheva, journalist Haggai Huberman highlights the possibility of American leaking plans for Operation Summit of Fire while delving into a historic precedent.

Gaza airdrops halted:

Jordan, Egypt pull back, land convoys seen as sufficient

Jordan and Egypt suspend Gaza aid airdrops as Israeli officials explain that enough aid enters by land, dismissing famine concerns and citing limited impact of flights.

Court gives life sentence to Swede for killing of captured pilot

Osama Krayem found guilty of war crimes and terrorism in connection with Islamic State execution video.

Tens of tons of food:

IDF declares daily humanitarian pause as aid airdrops into Gaza

IDF announces daily ten-hour humanitarian pause in Gaza to facilitate aid delivery; Jordan and the UAE airdrop 25 tons of humanitarian supplies into Hamas-controlled enclave.

Jordan:

11 detained in probe of Muslim Brotherhood funding

Jordan detains 11 people in a probe of the banned Muslim Brotherhood's illicit financial network.

IDF thwarts weapon smuggling attempt on Jordanian border

IDF says troops thwarted a weapons smuggling attempt on the eastern border on Thursday night, intercepting a drone carrying seven handguns. The weapons were handed over to security authorities.

Jordan forfeits World Cup basketball match against Israel

Jordan's U19 national basketball team officially withdraws from its scheduled FIBA World Cup match against Israel, handing Israel an automatic technical victory.

Within 48 hours:

96th Division formed under Operation Rising Lion

Central Command’s Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth praises 96th Division's motivation and swift response to operational demands, enhancing readiness along Israel’s eastern front.

The haredi MK's late-night rescue mission

MK Roth and Israeli diplomats intervene to rescue stranded families at Jordanian border after flight delays.

Roths give petition demanding extradition of Tamimi to Huckabee

Nearly 30,000 signatures call on U.S. to demand Jordan comply with treaty and surrender FBI-listed fugitive behind 2001 Sbarro Bombing.

Arab ministers gather to attack Israel

Ministers from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Egypt accuse Israel of extremism and demand unilateral steps while sidestepping Hamas terror.

'Blatant violation'

Jordan slams Israel for barring Arab ministers

Jordan issues a scathing condemnation of Israel's decision to prevent an Arab ministerial delegation from visiting Ramallah, labels the move a "blatant violation" of international law and accuses Israel of "arrogance".

'No entry'

Israel to bar Saudi-led delegation of FMs from visiting Ramallah

Israel decides to bar Arab foreign ministers from Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE from visiting the Palestinian Authority, calling the planned meeting "provocative" and aimed at promoting a "terrorist state."

Sleepless nights and the lessons of history

When we were hijacked in 1970, King Hussein of Jordan responded decisively. He demanded the release of all hostages and their unconditional surrender. He did not offer humanitarian aid, electricity, or water. He offered consequences. Op-ed.

Watch:

Israeli indicted for smuggling weapons after high-speed chase

Israeli resident faces serious charges after allegedly smuggling firearms from Jordan and leading police on a dangerous high-speed chase.

Israel launches major defense initiative in Jordan Valley

Plan includes advanced barrier along 425 km from Golan to Eilat, combined with military-civilian programs to boost security and strengthen Israeli presence in the Jordan Valley.

Report:

US, Jordan in talks on extradition of Sbarro bomber Ahlam Tamimi

Jordanian government has reportedly decided that extraditing the murderer of 15-year-old US citizen Malki Roth after nearly 15 years of refusing to do so will help the country secure American aid under the Trump Administration.

History in Jordan:

Muslim Brotherhood to be outlawed

Following the exposure of a terrorist network in Jordan, the country's interior minister announced that the activities of the Muslim Brotherhood would be outlawed.

Jordan arrests 16 Hamas terrorists for plot threatening security

Jordan thwarts security plot involving rockets and drones, suspects linked to Hamas.

Intercepted drone crashes in Jordan, sparks fire

Jordan says a drone intercepted by the IDF on its way to Israel crashed in Ma'in village, igniting a fire. No casualties reported, emergency teams quickly contained the blaze.

France, Egypt, and Jordan:

Palestinian Authority should lead post-war Gaza

Leaders of France, Egypt, and Jordan agree that the Palestinian Authority should oversee post-war governance in Gaza, rejecting any future political role for Hamas and opposing the displacement of Palestinian Arabs.

Egypt, Jordan, and France call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza

The leaders of Egypt, Jordan, and France to meet on Monday in Cairo to discuss ways to bring about a ceasefire and ensure the delivery of urgent humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip.

Missile launched from Yemen intercepted over Jordan

Sirens activated in central Israel, Gush Etzion, and more areas in response to latest attack by the Houthis in Yemen.

In Philadelphia, local Jews debate whether Arab is truly a friend

A Palestinian man in Philadelphia served kosher bagels for decades. Then customers found his Facebook profile.

I was a PFLP hostage in Jordan

And I learned that misplaced compassion leads to generation after generation of cruelty toward us. Opinion.

Incident on Jordan border:

Suspects shot after crossing into Israeli territory

IDF forces open fire on several infiltrators who approached them in a threatening manner on the Jordanian border. Two infiltrators killed, the rest arrested.

IDF detains two suspects who crossed into Israel from Jordan

IDF troops launch searches after identifying footprints near the border in the Dead Sea area, detain two suspects near the border who are believed to be migrant workers.

Jordanian parliament member:

'Deporting Gaza’s residents? An illusion'

Jordanian parliament member from Islamic Action Front claims that the idea of deporting Gaza residents is absurd: We oppose all this talk.

Jordan’s FM:

'We cannot afford to take any more Palestinians'

Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi says Arab nations are formulating a plan to counter Trump's Gaza plan, stresses Jordan cannot accommodate additional Palestinian Arabs.

White House spokesperson:

'Trump won't waiver from Gaza relocation plan'

White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt acknowledges that Trump and King Abdullah II of Jordan hold differing views on Trump's proposal to relocate Gazans, but says Trump won't waiver from the plan.

Jordanian Bar official tramples Israeli flag

Foreign Ministry condemns Jordanian Bar Deputy chief's trampling of Israeli flag, and the Jordanian government's silence.