Jordan
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Jordan, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Signs Mount of a Potential Jordan Border Crisis as Security Warnings Grow
An Israeli Navy interception near Eilat has heightened concern that Jordan's border could face a new security threat. The report says relations with Amman are at a historic low, w…
IDF to Build Haredi Training Base in Jordan Valley Amid Draft Crisis
The IDF will build a Haredi training base in the Jordan Valley for all ultra-Orthodox service tracks, at a cost of tens of millions of shekels. The announcement followed mass prot…
Two Motorcyclists Critically Hurt in Crash Near Golani Junction
Two men in their mid-20s were critically injured Thursday evening in a motorcycle crash near Golani Junction on Highway 65. Magen David Adom crews treated them at the scene and pe…
Netflix’s 'The Witness' Reexamines the Rachel Nickell Murder Through the Victims’ Eyes
Netflix’s "The Witness" is a three-part June 2026 miniseries about the 1992 murder of Rachel Nickell in London. It centers on her son Alex and partner Andre, the police missteps t…
May Hatuel Says She Is Not Ready for Children After 'The Amazing Race' Fame
May Hatuel says the fame from "The Amazing Race" brought work opportunities, online abuse, and tension at home. In a podcast interview, she defended her close friendship with Itai…
Israel’s World Cup Problem Is Not Asia, It Is Its Own Football Culture
A Hebrew opinion piece argues Israel should stop blaming Asia for its World Cup absence. It says Asian football has improved greatly, and Israel’s real problem is its own lack of…
Bennett Says He Would Remove Illegal Outposts, Push a New Regional Vision
Naftali Bennett said he is running to replace Israel’s government and warned that defeat would put the country in danger. In a wide-ranging interview, he laid out a plan for illeg…
Lebanon's Christians Reject Trump Idea of Using Syria Against Hezbollah
Lebanese Christian leaders have overwhelmingly rejected Donald Trump’s proposal that Syria be used to deal with Hezbollah in Lebanon. They say Syria’s 1976 to 2005 occupation left…
Elon Musk Quietly Built a Private Property Cluster Near Austin
Elon Musk has built a private housing cluster in West Lake Hills, Texas, using companies linked to him to buy at least three large homes. The purchases fit a broader pattern of un…
Security officials say Iran is rebuilding terror infrastructure in the West Bank under ceasefire cover
Israeli security officials say Iran is trying to rebuild terror infrastructure in the West Bank during the ceasefire. They warn that, with Lebanon receding as a front, Tehran is s…
Rabin’s 'No longer a people dwelling alone' line is recast as a lesson in Israeli resilience
An opinion article argues that Balaam’s line about Israel dwelling alone means national strength through independence, not isolation. It uses Rabin’s speeches, Oslo, Jordan peace…
House of Ussishkin Museum Reopens as a Gateway to the Upper Galilee
The House of Ussishkin Museum in the Upper Galilee is reopening as a nature and history center for northern Israel. It preserves the lost world of the Hula Valley, serves hikers o…
Weekend Forecast: Mild, Seasonal Weather With Heat Warnings in Several Areas
Israel’s weekend forecast calls for mild, seasonal weather with little change in temperatures. The Meteorological Service issued a yellow heat warning for several hot inland and s…
Argentina May Rest Most Starters Against Jordan, With Messi’s Role Unclear
Argentina is expected to heavily rotate its lineup for the final group-stage match against Jordan at the 2026 World Cup. Dibu Martinez is likely to keep his place, while Lionel Me…
Sea Scooter Incident off Eilat Raised Security Alert After Jordan Border Approach
i24 revealed footage of a sea scooter incident off Eilat that occurred about three weeks ago near the Jordanian border. The craft ignored warnings, fire was opened, and it retreat…
Bellingham Incident Sparks Debate Over FIFA’s New Mouth-Covering Rule
Jude Bellingham avoided punishment after covering his mouth during England’s 0-0 draw with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. The decision, compared with a Paraguay player’s red card fo…
At 39, Messi Is Still Chasing Rare Records in a Historic World Cup Run
Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday during a record-chasing World Cup campaign. He is pursuing major milestones in scoring, assists, free kicks, titles, and club records for…
State auditor warns Israel may lose energy independence
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman warned that Israel may lose its energy independence and could need gas imports within 22 years. He also found major gaps in LPG readiness and s…
England Held by Ghana as Declan Rice Injury Fears Grow
England drew 0-0 with defensive Ghana at the World Cup after beating Croatia 4-2 in their opener. Declan Rice was seen limping afterward with a bandaged left shin, raising doubts…
Caleb Wilson Says He Wants to Surpass Michael Jordan After Going Fourth to Chicago
Caleb Wilson was selected fourth overall by Chicago in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately said he wants to be bigger than Michael Jordan. The draft also saw AJ Dybantsa go first t…
Hapoel Tel Aviv’s Summer Transfer Wishlist Takes Shape
Hapoel Tel Aviv is already building its roster for next season after losing 3-1 to Maccabi Tel Aviv in the 2025/26 final. Its top targets include Trey Lyles, Mario Hezonja and Jac…
How a Near-Settlement at Lucifer Police Station Shaped the Making of Beit Yatir
Former South Hebron Hills regional chief Zviky Bar Chai recounts how Lucifer Police Station nearly became an early settlement foothold for Beit Yatir. He says the plan was stopped…
Eilat Residents Fear a Multi-Front Infiltration After Shin Bet Warning
Eilat residents are worried about a possible multi-front terrorist infiltration after a warning from Shin Bet chief David Zini and a revealed infiltration attempt. The IDF held a…
Health Ministry Warns Swimming Is Dangerous in Eight Polluted Northern Streams
Israel’s Health Ministry and Environmental Protection Ministry warned that entering eight northern streams may be dangerous because of abnormal pollution readings. The Environment…
England Opens World Cup With a Team-Like Statement Under Tuchel
England opened the 2026 World Cup with a 4-2 win over Croatia in a performance praised for its club-like structure under Thomas Tuchel. The article says Tuchel has given England a…
Messi Effect Sends World Cup Ticket Prices Surging
Ticket prices for Argentina matches at the current World Cup are rising sharply because of Lionel Messi’s record-breaking form and Argentina’s strong results. SeatPick says the ch…
Police Stop Packed Car Carrying 12 People, Including Children in the Trunk
Police in the Shai District stopped a car near Jericho on Highway 90 carrying 12 passengers, including children in the trunk and a breastfeeding mother holding a three-month-old b…
Canadian rock singer strips off onstage during Europe heat wave
Jordan Miller of The Beaches stripped off her dress during a performance at Germany’s Hurricane festival amid a severe Europe-wide heat wave. The band later posted photos and joke…
Likud Figures Reject Bennett's West Bank Plan, Call for Sovereignty and Oslo's End
Likud ministers and MKs told Channel 7 they reject Naftali Bennett’s plan for Areas A and B after his remarks on Kan 11. They called for Israeli sovereignty, expanded settlement…
Widow of Eitan Orbach Describes His Legacy and a New Yeshiva Project
Nechama Orbach spoke about the life and death of her husband, Eitan Orbach, who was killed in an operational accident in the Jordan Valley. She said his memory will be honored thr…
World Cup group-stage quirk could tempt Algeria and Austria to prefer third place
The 2026 World Cup’s new qualification system could create an odd incentive in Group 10, where Algeria and Austria meet in the last round. Depending on other results, one or both…
World Cup Highlights: Argentina, France, Algeria and Norway Win
Sport5 published a World Cup 2026 highlight roundup on June 23, 2026. Argentina beat Austria 2-0, France defeated Iraq 3-0, Algeria beat Jordan 2-1, and Norway defeated Senegal. T…
Messi and Mbappe Lead World Cup Highlights as Argentina and France Win
Sport 5 published a roundup of World Cup 2026 highlights on June 23, 2026. Argentina beat Austria 2-0, France beat Iraq 3-0, Algeria beat Jordan 2-1, and Norway defeated Senegal.
Kevin O'Leary Turns a $12.93 Million Jordan-Bryant Card Into Wearable Jewelry
Kevin O'Leary wore a transformed Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant collectible card as a necklace at an awards event. The card sold for $12.93 million and is now estimated near $20 m…
Messi Faces a Rest-or-Record Decision Against Jordan
Argentina have secured first place in their World Cup group and will face Jordan in a meaningless final group match. Lionel Scaloni must decide whether to rest Lionel Messi or let…
Israel on High Alert Over Possible Houthi Threat Near Jordan Border
Israel’s security establishment is closely tracking Houthi aircraft landings in Jordan, especially near Aqaba and the Eilat border area. The concern follows the October 7 attacks…
Questions Grow Over Mysterious Boat Incident in Eilat Bay
A two-week-old maritime incident in the Gulf of Eilat is still unresolved, and military correspondent Shai Levy says the public may not be getting the full truth. Security officia…
Israeli security monitors Houthi flights to Jordan over risk near Eilat
Israeli security officials are monitoring Houthi flights to Jordan, especially near Aqaba and Eilat, over concerns about access to the border area. They say the move is part of th…
Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record as Mbappé and Haaland Shine
Messi scored twice in Argentina’s 2-0 win over Austria, becoming the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer. Mbappé struck twice in France’s 3-0 victory over Iraq after a lightning d…
Jordan Falls 2-1 to Algeria in World Cup Match Watched by King Abdullah
Algeria beat Jordan 2-1 in Santa Clara for its first win at the 2026 World Cup. Jordan led through Nizar Al-Rashdan, but Nadir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri completed the comeback. K…
Algeria Beat Jordan 2-1 in the Arab Derby
Algeria beat Jordan 2-1 in the “Arab derby,” with Guiri scoring the winning goal. Jordan were eliminated, and the match was part of 2026 World Cup coverage.
Ibrahimovic praises Messi after record-breaking World Cup display
Zlatan Ibrahimovic praised Lionel Messi after the Argentina star scored twice against Austria at the World Cup. He said Messi’s record, longevity and consistency place him alone i…
Mostly Pleasant Weather Across Israel, With Severe Heat in Valleys and the Jordan Rift
Israel will have partly cloudy to clear weather, with temperatures staying seasonable on Tuesday and rising slightly Wednesday before easing Thursday. Heat warnings were issued fo…
Ministers Back Ben Gvir’s Lebanon Call, Blast Trump Talks With Iran
Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu backed Itamar Ben Gvir’s call to “ignite Lebanon” and said Beirut must answer for Hezbollah. He also condemned Trump administration talks with Ir…
Gazans at Kerem Shalom Say They Want Out, Not Reconstruction
A News 14 report from Kerem Shalom found many Gazans saying they would leave immediately if crossings opened. Interviewees blamed war devastation, harsh living conditions and fear…
Argentine Fans Flood Dallas Hoping for Another Messi Masterpiece
Thousands of Argentina fans filled the area around Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, before a World Cup group match against Austria, hoping to see Lionel Messi shine again. Coac…
German Journalist Freed After Five Months in Syrian Detention, Colleague Still Held
German journalist Eva Maria Mickelmann has been released after about five months in Syrian detention and returned to Berlin. Her colleague, Kurdish Turkish journalist Ahmet Polat…
World Cup schedule: Messi and Mbappe chase another step forward
Argentina, France and Norway are among the teams in focus as the 2026 World Cup group stage continues. Messi, Mbappe and Haaland all shape the day’s key matchups and lineup news.