Will Jordan scored a hat-trick but found it “hugely humbling” to become New Zealand’s record try-scorer as Italy were overwhelmed 47-17 in a fast-paced Nations Championship Test on Saturday. The All Blacks shook off an unconvincing start to score seven tries and make it two bonus-point wins from two in the inaugural 12-nation competition under […]
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Algeria come from behind for 2-1 World Cup win over Jordan
An all-Arab encounter brought day 13 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to a close, with Jordan and Algeria going head-to-head in a Group J clash at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. After taking the lead shortly before half time, Jordan were unable to hold on after the break, as Algeria capitalized on their opponents’ […]
IRGC claims attacks on US-linked military bases in Gulf
Iranian state media reported on Wednesday that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched attacks targeting US-linked military facilities in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions following recent US strikes on Iranian territory. According to Iranian reports, the IRGC used drones to target Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, […]
US designates Muslim Brotherhood branches as terrorist groups
WASHINGTON — The United States on Tuesday formally designated branches of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, Lebanon and Jordan as terrorist organizations, marking a major shift in Washington’s approach to the decades-old political and religious movement. Read More: Florida bars state support for CAIR, Muslim Brotherhood The decision fulfills longstanding demands from conservative circles in the […]
Morocco beat Jordan 3-2 to win Arab Cup
Morocco clinched the FIFA Arab Cup on Thursday, defeating Jordan 3-2 after extra time in a thrilling final at Lusail Stadium, Qatar. The victory was secured thanks to a late brace from Abderrazzaq Hamed Allah, following a stunning long-range opener from Oussama Tannane. Read More: Asia Cup 2025 to kick off in UAE from September 9 The […]
Pakistan, Jordan agree to expand security cooperation
Pakistan and Jordan have agreed to intensify cooperation in counter-narcotics operations and police training during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his Jordanian counterpart in Brussels. Leaders from both sides discussed ways to deepen coordination between their interior ministries, with Naqvi extending a formal invitation to the Jordanian minister to visit Pakistan. The […]
Pakistan, Jordan to realise mutual vision of stable, peaceful region
Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir reiterated on Sunday Pakistan’s commitment to further enhancing military-to-military cooperation with Jordan and jointly realising the mutual vision of a stable and peaceful region, according to the military’s media affairs wing. The army chief also underscored the “strong defence partnership” between Pakistan and the Hashemite Kingdom – […]
Jordan’s King Abdullah II set for key two-day Pakistan visit
Islamabad, Nov 14, 2025: Jordan’s King Abdullah II will arrive in Pakistan on Saturday for a two-day state visit. He will meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Arif Alvi to discuss bilateral ties. The visit aims to strengthen political, economic, and cultural cooperation between the two countries. The Foreign Office stated that the visit […]
Jordan, Germany call for UN Mandate for Gaza stabilization force
Jordan and Germany have stressed that any international force in Gaza must operate under a United Nations mandate. They made the statement following U.S. plans to support Palestinian police under a Gaza stabilization initiative. Officials said the mandate is crucial for the force to function effectively and maintain legitimacy under international law. The proposed force, […]
Jordan, Germany stress UN mandate for proposed Gaza stabilisation force
MANAMA — Jordan and Germany on Saturday emphasized that any international force supporting a future Palestinian police in Gaza under US President Donald Trump’s post-war governance plan must operate under a United Nations mandate. The force, expected to include mainly Arab and Muslim nations, is intended to train and assist vetted Palestinian police in Gaza, […]