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Greek defense system in Saudi Arabia intercepts missiles from Yemen, no Iran strikes reported

CENTCOM made no announcements of new strikes against Iran on Friday night or early Saturday morning, after announcing strikes for 13 consecutive nights. 

A demonstrator holds up a mock missile as Houthi supporters rally against the Saudi-led coalition's restrictions on Houthi-controlled areas, which the group describes as a blockade, in Sanaa, Yemen, July 17, 2026.
A satellite image shows smoke billowing near an oil facility in Ahmadi Governorate, Kuwait, July 18, 2026.

Jordan, Kuwait activate air defenses as Iran targets US airbase in region, Iranian media says

A satellite view shows the Ali Al Salem Base, after Iranian strikes, near Al Jahra, Kuwait, March 1, 2026.

Iranian strikes damaged US bases, radar systems in region, image investigation reveals - report

King Abdullah II of Jordan. Analysts say that the return of the death penalty is intended to send a clear message of deterrence as the kingdom grapples with multiple internal and external challenges.PremiumPremium

'Killing security officers is a red line': Why Jordan brought back the death penalty


US approves potential $280 million sale of military radars to Jordan

The US State Department has approved the sale of radar systems to Jordan for $280 million, while the US increases its military presence at a Jordanian airbase, including fighter jets.

Jordanian troops ride their military vehicles during a parade at a ceremony to celebrate the country's 74th Independence Day within a limited number of activities amid the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Amman, Jordan May 25, 2020; illustrative.

Syrian government, Druze renew participation in new US-backed talks - report

Reports say that a prisoner deal in Sweida could pave the way for a deal that resolves the crisis with Damascus and provides locals with administrative and security powers.

A Syrian man takes up arms at a gasoline station in a frontline village on January 23, 2026 in Sweida, Syria.

'Israel' removed from Jordanian parliament minutes, proposing MP calls Israel 'enemy of Jordanians'

Jordan’s Parliament voted to erase mentions of "Israel" from debate on US Ambassador Huckabee’s comments on West Bank reforms, calling them a breach of international law.

Members of the Jordanian Parliament sit in the plenum during a debate, Amman, December 1, 2011; illustrative.

'Cultural act of resistance': US's first ever Palestinian bookstore opens in Los Angeles

Watermelon Books LA opened in the Holy Ground community gathering space and holds about 1,000 books on art, food, poetry, history, fiction, and political books about Palestine.

WATERMELON BOOKS, the new Palestinian book store open in Los Angeles.

US moves dozens of F-35, F-15 fighter jets to Jordanian airbase - report

More than 60 jets were pictured parked on the Muwaffaq Salti base in central Jordan, which is three times more than the usual number of US attack aircraft present on the base.

Satellite image shows F-15E, A-10 Thunderbolt, and C-130 Hercules at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, in Al Azraq, Jordan, February 2, 2026.

Jaffa resident arrested after search of compound uncovers cocaine

The arrest occured one day after an undercover investigation foiled a drug smuggling attempt along the Jordanian border.

 An illustrative image of an Israel Police officer.

Israel’s law shaped Trump’s historic recognition of Golan Heights - opinion

President Donald Trump’s 2019 recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights sparked global debate over law, history, and security.

CLOUDS OVER a village on the Golan Heights

Turkey opens three mosques in Gaza as Ankara expands religious influence

Turkey’s Diyanet Foundation opened three mosques in Gaza ahead of Ramadan, part of Ankara’s broader effort to expand religious and political influence in the enclave.

Turkish charities operating in the southern Gaza Strip, October 23, 2025

US pulls out of Syria’s al-Tanf base after 15-day equipment removal, relocating to Jordan - report

The al-Tanf base is strategically located in the tri-border area of Syria, Jordan, and Iraq. It was established as a key hub for operations by the global coalition against Islamic State terrorists.

Syrian Democratic Forces and U.S. troops are seen during a patrol near Turkish border in Hasakah, Syria November 4, 2018

East Jerusalem man tries to smuggle rare species of pigeon to Israel via Jordan

The birds were restrained inside a suitcase, with their wings and beaks taped to prevent movement, the Agriculture Ministry wrote, adding that this was very harmful to the pigeons. 

English Barb pigeon is seen receiving treatment after being smuggled from Jordan into Israel on Februray 10, 2026.