Jordan
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Jordan, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Golan Security Coordinators Warn of Critical Defense Failures Endangering Residents
More than 20 military security coordinators in the Golan Heights warn that inadequate defense equipment, broken settlement gates, and flawed threat assessments endanger residents…
Israeli Military Faces Criticism Over Euthanasia of Stray Dogs on Bases
The Israeli animal rights group Let the Animals Live has accused the IDF of inadequate care and euthanasia of stray dogs on military bases, following a recent incident in the Jord…
Israeli Officials’ Controversial Actions and Statements Fuel Global Backlash Amid Gaza Conflict
Israeli coalition members’ controversial actions and statements, including monument destruction and provocative rhetoric, have sparked global diplomatic backlash amid the Gaza con…
Palestinian Rappers Clash Over Authenticity and Audience in Jordan
Palestinian rappers Saint Levant and Shab Jadid are engaged in a public feud over how Palestinian identity should be represented in music, competing for audiences in Jordan. Shab…
Trump Declares All Mines Cleared from Strait of Hormuz, Warns Iran Against New Deployments
President Trump announced all naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz have been cleared and warned Iran against laying new ones, threatening immediate destruction. The U.S. is monitor…
Israel Shuts Down Last UNRWA Facility in Jerusalem, Plans Large Educational Campus
Israeli forces closed the last UNRWA vocational center in Jerusalem under orders from National Security Minister Ben-Gvir, following diplomatic visits and amid Palestinian condemn…
Beitar Jerusalem Faces Injury Concerns Ahead of Maccabi Netanya Match
Beitar Jerusalem is preparing for their match against Maccabi Netanya with injury doubts over captain Jordan Shua and defender Jordan Cohen, while striker Shon Weissman has return…
Natufians Developed Advanced Wild Grain Harvesting 15,000 Years Ago in Levant
Researchers from the University of Haifa found that the Natufians in the Levant harvested wild grains using sophisticated sickles about 15,000 years ago, tracking ripeness over we…
Israeli Forces Foil Major Arms Smuggling Attempt Near Jordan Border
Israeli security forces intercepted a large arms smuggling attempt near the Jordan border, arresting two suspects and seizing 10 pistols. The operation involved coordinated effort…
Israeli Forces Foil Weapon Smuggling Near Adam Bridge, Arrest Two Suspects
Israeli police and military stopped a weapons smuggling attempt near Adam Bridge on the Jordan border, arresting two men from Jericho and seizing 10 pistols. The suspects and weap…
Former Israeli National Security Chief Highlights Social Cohesion as Key to National Security
Dr. Eyal Hulata, former Israeli National Security Advisor, stresses that social cohesion is essential to Israel's national security alongside military strength. He warns that soci…
Red Heat Warning Issued for Jordan Valley and Beit She'an Amid Rising Temperatures
The Israeli Meteorological Service has issued a red heat warning for the Beit She'an Valley, Sea of Galilee Basin, and Jordan Valley due to rising temperatures expected to worsen…
IDF Detects Suspicious Movement Near Jordan Border, Conducts Area Searches
The IDF spotted suspicious activity near the Jordan border in the Beqaa area and is conducting searches and setting up checkpoints to prevent border crossings.
Syria Seeks to Resume Talks with Israel Amid Regional Tensions and Skepticism
Senior Israeli and Syrian officials held US-mediated talks to reduce tensions after an Israeli strike in Syria, but Israel doubts Syria's intentions. Syria proposed a US-supervise…
Eden Hason and Nadav Hantsis Perform Hit Songs for Israeli Annual Music Chart Amid Maritime Incident
Eden Hason and Nadav Hantsis performed their hit songs for Israeli soldiers aboard a naval vessel after Hason was stopped by the Israeli Navy near Jordanian waters. Both artists a…
Turkey Views Israeli Strike in Northern Syria as Warning Against Its Military Presence
Turkey views Israel's recent strike on a Syrian base near its border as a warning against expanding Turkish military presence in Syria, signaling broader regional tensions. Ankara…
IDF Officer Moderately Injured by Accidental Gunshot at Military Engineering School
An IDF officer was moderately injured by an accidental gunshot at the Military Engineering School in the Arava, prompting a military police investigation. Earlier, a soldier was s…
Israeli Reservist Attacked by Arabs in West Bank and Rescued by Palestinian Police in Coordination with IDF
An Israeli reservist was attacked by Arabs near Ein Arik in the West Bank and rescued by Palestinian police working with the IDF. Separately, an Israeli woman was safely extracted…
Israel Faces Rising Temperatures and Extreme Heat in Several Regions
Israel will experience rising temperatures with extreme heat in areas including the Sea of Galilee basin, Dead Sea coast, and Jordan Valley, while other regions face heavy heat st…
Israeli Security Forces Rescue Three Israelis From Palestinian Authority Areas Including Armed Man Near Ramallah
Three Israelis, including an armed man and a mentally unstable individual, were rescued from Palestinian Authority areas in the West Bank on Sunday and handed over to Israeli poli…
Eilat Counterterror Unit Boosts Readiness Amid Rising Regional Threats
The Eilat counterterrorism unit has increased readiness amid threats from Yemen, Iran, and Jordan, preparing for attacks near the city’s sensitive borders. Composed of local reser…
Shas Campaign Video Banned Amidst Violent Attack and Major News Updates in Israel
Following a stabbing attack in the Jordan Valley, Israel's election committee banned Shas party's campaign video. Shelly Yachimovich disclosed her pancreatic cancer diagnosis, and…
Israeli Forces Capture Suspect in West Bank Stabbing Attack on Haredi Youth
Israeli forces captured the suspect who stabbed a 24-year-old Haredi man in the West Bank village of Auja. The victim was moderately injured, and the assailant was caught followin…
Israeli Soldier Survives Stabbing Attack Near Auja; 16-Year-Old Suspect Arrested
A 24-year-old Israeli soldier was stabbed near Auja by a 16-year-old from Jericho and is recovering in hospital. The attacker was arrested after a manhunt involving the IDF and Sh…
Israeli Soldier Kills Terrorist Attempting Weapon Snatch in Benjamin Region
An Israeli soldier killed a terrorist who tried to seize his weapon at Rimonim Square in Benjamin, hours after a stabbing attack wounded a reservist in the Jordan Valley. The woun…
Israeli Soldiers Neutralize Palestinian Attacker Attempting Weapon Snatch at Benjamin Checkpoint
Israeli soldiers at a Benjamin checkpoint neutralized a Palestinian attacker who tried to grab a soldier's weapon; no casualties occurred.
Son of Israeli Hero Endorses Reserve Brigadier General Ofer Winter for National Leadership
Moshe Har-Zion, son of Israeli hero Meir Har-Zion, endorses retired Brigadier General Ofer Winter as a future leader, emphasizing the vital connection between land settlement, agr…
Israeli Reservist Stabbed Near Auja; Attacker Flees Amid Family Witnesses
Israeli reservist Elhanan Hanania was stabbed near Auja while with his family; the attacker fled and security forces are searching for him.
Syrian Foreign Minister Says Security Talks with Israel Halted After Israeli Airstrike
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani said security talks with Israel stopped after an Israeli airstrike on a Syrian military base. Earlier this year, the two sides nearly agre…
Syrian Foreign Minister Urges Israel to Seize Diplomatic Opportunity Amidst Tensions
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani urged Israel to capitalize on a diplomatic opportunity after near-agreements earlier this year were derailed by an Israeli airstrike. He…
Young Man Stabbed Near Jordan Valley Shopping Center; Attacker Flees
A man in his 20s was stabbed in the shoulder near a shopping center by the village of Ouja in the Jordan Valley. The attacker fled, and security forces are searching for him. The…
Knife-Wielding Attacker Stabs Israeli Man Near Jordan Valley Village and Flees
An Israeli man was stabbed near Ouja village in the Jordan Valley and the attacker fled. Security forces launched a manhunt and the victim was hospitalized in moderate condition.
Eran Halili Makes Premier League Debut for Crystal Palace in 2-0 Loss to Everton
Israeli midfielder Eran Halili debuted for Crystal Palace in a 2-0 Premier League loss to Everton, showing promising energy and involvement. Manager Pierre Sag highlighted the new…
Israel’s Defense Ministry Accelerates Construction of Six New IDF Brigade Training Bases
Israel’s Defense Ministry is fast-tracking the construction of six new IDF brigade training bases across the country, aiming to enhance soldier training and living conditions. The…
Right-Wing Voters in Sderot Voice Disappointment in Netanyahu Ahead of Elections
In Sderot, a city deeply scarred by the October 7 attacks, right-wing voters express loyalty but also significant disappointment with Netanyahu's leadership, with some residents u…
Israel Warns Syria Before Striking Abu al-Duhur Airport Over Turkish Radar Threats
Israel warned Syria before striking the Abu al-Duhur airbase to prevent Turkish radar systems from threatening Israeli jets. The strike was recommended multiple times by the Israe…
Abraham Shabot Recalls Pivotal 1975 Sebastia Gathering That Led to West Bank Settlements
Abraham Shabot recalls the 1975 Sebastia gathering where 5,000 settlers confronted Defense Minister Shimon Peres, leading to the decision to establish West Bank settlements. His t…
Anan Khalaily Makes Premier League Debut as Everton Defeat Crystal Palace 2-0
Almog Cohen Urges Beitar Jerusalem Players to Avoid Complacency After Draw
Beitar Jerusalem coach Almog Cohen warns players against complacency after a 3-3 draw with Hapoel Ramat Gan. The team gets a long weekend off before preparing for their season ope…
Palestinian Leader Mohammed Dahlan Manages Gaza Reconstruction from Abu Dhabi
Mohammed Dahlan, a Palestinian leader exiled in Abu Dhabi, manages Gaza’s reconstruction and humanitarian aid, investing over $1 billion with UAE support. He advises the US on Ham…
Right-Wing Voters Split Over Likud Exodus and Future of West Bank Amid Political Uncertainty
Polling shows significant defections from Likud to both opposition and smaller right-wing parties, driven by differing views on the war and domestic issues. Public opinion on the…
IDF Warns Turkey Is Becoming a Hostile Power Amid Rising Tensions Over Syrian Presence
Israeli officials warn that Turkey is evolving from a rival into a hostile state due to its military buildup in Syria and regional ambitions. Following Israeli strikes on Turkish…
Dan Perry Challenges Israeli Right to Define Its True Commitment to Jewish State
Dan Perry critiques the vague use of "right-wing" in Israeli politics, advocating for clear stances on sustaining a Jewish-majority state, security, and democracy. He supports a c…
Florida Man Arrested for Violent Anti-Semitic Attack on Jewish Couple from New York
Jordan Steven Prozo was arrested in Surfside, Florida, for violently attacking a Jewish couple from New York with anti-Semitic slurs and threats. The assault was recorded and ende…
Israeli Navy Hosts Torah Lesson as Jewish Music Stars Unite at National Event
Rabbi Yaakov Shapira visited the Israeli Navy base in Eilat to deliver a Torah lesson and encouragement to soldiers. At a major event in Jerusalem, top Jewish singers performed fo…
Egyptian Educational Map Omits Israel, Labels Area as Palestine Amid Diplomatic Concerns
Egyptian media published a new high school map labeling Israel's territory as Palestine, omitting Israel's name despite the 1979 peace treaty. This has sparked diplomatic concerns…
Turkey Expands Influence in Mediterranean Amid Rising Tensions with Israel
Turkey is expanding its influence in the Mediterranean, challenging Israel and regional neighbors by seeking control over maritime zones and gas routes. Israel is building allianc…
Noam Arnon Recounts Restoration of Abraham Avinu Synagogue in Hebron Amid Local Opposition
Noam Arnon, who led the restoration of the Abraham Avinu synagogue in Hebron, described overcoming local Arab opposition and legal challenges to revive the historic site. With gov…