Jordanian authorities evacuated hundreds of tourists from the ancient city of Petra. After heavy rains caused flash floods. The evacuation and suspension of entry tickets to Petra came as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of tourists.

Jordan suspends Petra visits after flood warning

Last week we told you about a terror plot in Jordan. Jordan's government has accused Muslim Brotherhood of creating unrest in the Arab kingdom. Jordan has also outlawed the group.

Who are the Muslim Brotherhood?

Jordan has announced a sweeping ban on the Islamist group the Muslim Brotherhood. This could include shutting down the country's largest opposition party after accusing the Islamist group of planning attacks. The interior minister Mazin Al-Farrayeh has said that all of the Brotherhood's offices will be closed and its assets will be confiscated and that any activities will be considered illegal. The ministry has said that it has been proven that members of the group operate in the dark and engage in activities that could destabilize the country. The ban comes a week after members of the group had been arrested on suspicion of planning attacks. Last week Jordan said that it had arrested 16 Muslim Brotherhood members saying that they were trained and financed in Lebanon and were plotting rocket and drone attacks on targets inside the kingdom. Watch in for more details!

Jordan outlaws Muslim Brotherhood group; confiscates Islamist group's assets and offices

Jordan outlawed the Muslim Brotherhood, the country's most vocal opposition group, and confiscated its assets on Wednesday after members of the group were found to be linked to a sabotage plot, Interior Minister Mazen Fraya said. World

Jordan declares Muslim Brotherhood illegal, confiscates assets and offices

Jordan is one of the most stable countries in West Asia, but this week the Arab nation announced arrests on national security charges. Jordan says it foiled a major bomb threat.

Jordan thwarts terror plot

The Queen Rania of Jordan hosted an Iftar banquet at the Al-Husainia Palace in Amman for the female members of the Jordanian military and security services. The event was a gesture of appreciation for their dedication and service to the nation. We'll leave you with these images. Thanks for watching.

Queen Rania of Jordan hosts iftar banquet for women in armed forces

A Kerala man, Thomas Gabriel Perera, was allegedly shot dead while attempting to cross the Jordan-Israel border illegally with three others. He had traveled to Jordan on a 3-month tourist visa. Indian officials are working to repatriate his body, and the Indian Embassy in Jordan is in touch with his family.

Indian man shot dead at Jordan-Israel border while crossing

World: Jordan King Abdullah thanked Donald Trump for his leadership in securing the release of hostages from Gaza and a temporary pause in hostilities.

Trump tells Jordan King to ensure Hamas understands ‘severity of situation’ if hostages not freed

Trump discusses rebuilding Gaza but faces criticism for comments on Palestinian rights and development plans. Jordan and Egypt voice opposition, while Egypt plans to present a vision for Gaza’s future.

US president Trump says would not personally develop property in Gaza

President Donald Trump has suggested withholding aid from Jordan and Egypt if they refuse to accept Palestinian refugees from Gaza. He also reiterated his idea for the U.S. to "take over" and "own" Gaza, sparking intense debate over his controversial proposal.

US president vows to cut aid if Jordan and Egypt reject Gaza plan

Trump threatens to withhold aid to Jordan and Egypt over Gaza plan

For nine years, the Jordanian athlete Abdul Rahman Makhlouf has been practicing calisthenics in a wheelchair, hoping to one day achieve a Guinness World Record. He says that he is the only calisthenics athlete with a disability in Jordan and has been practicing without any support from clubs or organizations. Watch in for more details!

Jordanian Athlete Abdul Rahman Makhlouf Aspires For Guinness World Record

World news: While addressing reporters in the Oval Office on Thursday, Trump was asked for his response to Egypt and Jordan refusing to take in displaced Gazans. "They will do it," insisted the US president.

Trump insists Egypt and Jordan will accept displaced Gaza citizens: 'They're going to do it'

A lesser-known but escalating crisis is gripping the Middle East, unfolding along the Syrian-Jordanian border — captagon, an amphetamine that's become a multimillion-dollar industry.

Potent drug 'captagon' fueling conflict, crime, and party scenes across the Middle East: Report

Jordan's moderate Islamist opposition has made significant gains in the parliamentary election in the country.

Jordan elections: Changing face of Jordan's politics

Jordan's opposition party IAF has secured majority in the recently concluded parliamentary elections. Watch to know more.

Jordan: IAF Party secures 31 out of 138 seats

Jordan's opposition party IAF has secured majority in the recently concluded parliamentary elections. The Islamic Action Front won 31 out of 138 seats, according to the election commission. Watch in for more details!

Jordan's opposition party IAF secures majority in parliamentary elections

#Gravitas | Will another front open on Israel's longest border, a 300-kilometre stretch with Jordan? Sunday’s attack at the Allenby bridge crossing in which three Israelis were killed in a shooting by a Jordanian gunman has raised fears globally that it may destabilize the relatively cordial three-decades long relationship between the two countries. This issue could not only deepen Israel’s military problems but also its diplomatic ones.

Gravitas: No Israeli Border Safe as Gaza Conflict Takes New Dimension

Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi makes rare visit to Iran to discuss regional developments with his Iranian counterpart following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. Watch in for more details!

Jordan’s FM makes rare visit to Iran as US allies scramble to prevent escalation

Jordanian Police said on Monday (June 24) that they uncovered and detonated explosives hidden in a commercial warehouse in an industrial area southeast of the capital Amman.

An Iran-linked plot to destabilise us: Jordan police detonate explosives hidden in warehouse in Amman

The soldiers participated in anti-terrorism and anti-defence, air defence drills during the Eager Lion military exercise in Jordan. The Jordanian military announced on the 12th of May.

'Eager Lion' military exercises in Jordan

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US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has arrived in Jordan the top American Diplomat will discuss ways to boost Aid deliveries into Gaza. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: US Secy of State Blinken to Hamas: Take 'Generous offer' by Israel

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