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Jordan
King Receives Credentials of Several Ambassadors
Al-Taj News – A ceremony for receiving the credentials of several ambassadors of brotherly and friendly countries appointed to the Hashemite Royal Court was held at the Al-Zahir Basman Palace on Sunday. His Majesty King Abdullah II received the credentials of Sultan Mohammed Al Shamsi, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates; Mohammed Zarquat, Ambassador of the People’s Democratic Republic of…
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Jordan and 7 Countries Condemn Israeli Statements Regarding the Displacement of Palestinians from Gaza
Al-Taj News – The foreign ministers of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Egypt strongly condemned statements made by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz regarding the displacement of the Palestinian people from the Gaza Strip. In a joint statement issued on Sunday, the ministers considered the plans…
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International
Iran Vows Stronger Strikes on US Vessels
Al-Taj News – The leadership of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters for military affairs announced Saturday that it would launch heavier and more decisive strikes against US vessels and military interests in the region if Washington continues its aggressive measures and imposes a naval and economic blockade on Iranian coasts and ports.
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Hassan Directs Transfer of Nuwaybi‘ah Accident Victims’ Bodies to Jordan
Al-Taj News – Prime Minister Dr. Jaafar Hassan expressed his condolences for the victims of the tragic traffic accident that occurred in the city of Nuwaybi‘ah in the sisterly Arab Republic of Egypt yesterday, Wednesday, resulting in deaths and injuries, including Jordanian citizens. Hassan directed that all necessary measures be taken to transfer the victims’ bodies to the Kingdom as…
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Al-Safadi Meets Grossi in Vienna to Discuss Nuclear Energy Issues
Al-Taj News – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Al-Safadi is holding a meeting today with Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Rafael Grossi, during his visit to the Austrian capital, Vienna.
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Royal Decree Appoints Major General Majdi Al-Harasais as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Al-Taj News – A Royal Decree has been issued appointing Major General Staff Majdi Mohammad Hammad Al-Harasais as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, effective September 2, 2026. A Royal Decree had previously been issued promoting Brigadier General Staff Majdi Mohammad Hammad Al-Harasais to the rank of Major General, effective September 2, 2026. Two Royal Decrees were also issued…
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Royal Decrees Promote Al-Hunaiti to the Rank of Lieutenant General and Retire Him
Al-Taj News – Two Royal Decrees have been issued promoting Major General Staff Yusef Ahmad Al-Hunaiti, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, to the rank of Lieutenant General and referring him to retirement, effective September 2, 2026. A Royal Decree was also issued appointing Major General Staff Majdi Mohammad Hammad Al-Harasais as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff,…
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Jordan Condemns Iranian Attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait
Al-Taj News – Jordan on Wednesday condemned the Iranian attacks on the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait, considering them a violation of their sovereignty and a threat to their security, stability, and territorial integrity. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates affirmed Jordan’s absolute solidarity with the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of…
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Jordan – 10 Jordanians Die in Egypt’s Sinai
Al-Taj News – Jordanian and Egyptian sources confirmed on Wednesday the deaths of 10 Jordanians after a passenger bus overturned on the Dahab–Nuweiba road in Egypt’s South Sinai Governorate. The bus was carrying 43 people, including 22 Jordanians. The sources said the bus was traveling from Cairo to Amman via Sinai and Nuweiba, then across the Red Sea to Aqaba,…
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Region
U.S. Carries Out Attacks on Iranian Targets Near the Strait of Hormuz
Al-Taj News – The United States carried out attacks on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz, according to Axios on Tuesday. Iranian television reported Tuesday evening that “explosions were heard on Qeshm Island without official confirmation.” The attacks come amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran around the strait, which is one of the world’s most important maritime routes…
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