Tom Barrack talks Syria aid during Saudi Arabia, Jordan visits: What to know The US and EU recently lifted numerous sanctions on Syria, and the country received a massive wheat shipment on Wednesday. Syria
Saudi Arabia's flyadeal joins growing list of airlines flying to Syria Several regional airlines have resumed or plan to resume flights to Syria. Saudi Arabia
Jordan, Turkey, Syria FMs slam 'Israeli expansionism' after Ankara meeting Jordanian, Turkish and Syrian top diplomats have criticized Israeli attacks on Syria. Turkey
Analysis Jordan Muslim Brotherhood ban setback for Islamists but holds risks for Amman The populist Islamist movement had increasingly challenged the government since the start of the Gaza war. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Jordan partners with USAID on water loss Water loss is a major issue in Jordan due to theft and leakage. Jordan
Jordan’s port in Aqaba signs $242 million investment deal The agreement with the Dutch firm APM Terminals could help increase trade through the Red Sea port. Jordan
Gendarmerie operation sparks controversy in Petra, Jordan Petra’s tribal entrepreneurs react to a security operation carried out inside Jordan’s most-visited UNESCO World Heritage Site with criticism and concern for their livelihoods. Jordan
Breaking | Last Updated: September 9, 2022, 7:15 am UAE, Jordan, Israel mourn passing of Queen Elizabeth of England Elizabeth II ruled the United Kingdom for more than eight decades. United Arab Emirates
Jordan’s tourism revenue triples The increase follows Syrians being able to travel easily to Jordan again. Jordan
Inflation up more than 3% in Jordan during first half of 2022 The inflation rates in Turkey, Egypt and other countries in the region are considerably higher. Jordan
Jordan increases renewable energy use Jordan does not have large oil and gas reserves, unlike other countries in the region. Jordan
World Bank official: Lebanon, Yemen, Syria most food-insecure in region Many states across the Middle East and North Africa meet the criteria for food insecurity, experts said at a US Institute of Peace event. Syria
Saudi Arabia, Jordan strengthen ties with energy, mining deals Saudi Arabia is now a major investor in Jordan. Jordan
UAE, Egypt, Jordan agree to $10 billion investment partnership The Abu Dhabi investment firm ADQ will manage the funds, which will focus on food security and industrial integration in the region. Legacy: Gulf
Jordanian official says Captagon seizures on track to double this year The drug is being smuggled from Syria. Jordan
Biden to meet Jordan’s king during Washington visit King Abdullah is also expected at the Pentagon later this week. Jordan
