Jordan

Country Jordan
Capital Amman
Continent Asia
Currency Jordanian dinar(JOD)
Languages Arabic

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Following World War I and the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire, the UK received a mandate to govern much of the Middle East. Britain separated out a semi-autonomous region of Transjordan from Palestine in the early 1920s, and the area gained its independence in 1946; it adopted the name of Jordan in 1950. The country's long-time ruler was King HUSSEIN (1953-99). A pragmatic leader, he successfully navigated competing pressures from the major powers (US, USSR, and UK), various Arab states, Israel, and a large internal Palestinian population. Jordan lost the West Bank to Israel in the 1967 war and barely managed to defeat Palestinian rebels who threatened to overthrow the monarchy in 1970. King HUSSEIN in 1988 permanently relinquished Jordanian claims to the West Bank. In 1989, he reinstituted parliamentary elections and initiated a gradual political liberalization; political parties were legalized in 1992. In 1994, he signed a peace treaty with Israel. King ABDALLAH II, the son of King HUSSEIN, assumed the throne following his father's death in February 1999. Since then, he has consolidated his power and undertaken an aggressive economic reform program. Jordan acceded to the World Trade Organization in 2000, and began to participate in the European Free Trade Association in 2001. In 2003, Jordan staunchly supported the Coalition ouster of Saddam in Iraq and following the outbreak of insurgent violence in Iraq, absorbed thousands of displaced Iraqis. Municipal elections were held in July 2007 under a system in which 20% of seats in all municipal councils were reserved by quota for women. Parliamentary elections were held in November 2007 and saw independent pro-government candidates win the vast majority of seats. In November 2009, King ABDALLAH exercised his constitutional authority to dissolve parliament and called for new elections. Separately, he dismissed the government and appointed a new prime minister and cabinet in December 2009. The King charged the new government with conducting elections before the end of 2010 as well as instituting economic and political reforms.

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The Hundred 2025 results: Jordan Cox and Sam Curran blast Oval Invincibles to amazing win over Trent Rockets - BBCThe Hundred 2025 results: Jordan Cox and Sam Curran blast Oval Invincibles to amazing win over Trent Rockets  BBC

Baramulla’s Danish wins bronze for India at International Taekwondo Championship in Jordan - thestatesman.comBaramulla’s Danish wins bronze for India at International Taekwondo Championship in Jordan  thestatesman.com

Michael Jordan returns to his origins - Diario ASMichael Jordan returns to his origins  Diario AS

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Packers' Love: Surgery now so 100% for Week 1 - ESPNPackers' Love: Surgery now so 100% for Week 1  ESPN

Jets' Braelon Allen, Vikings' Jordan Mason and these other young RBs could thrive in feature-back role - CBS SportsJets' Braelon Allen, Vikings' Jordan Mason and these other young RBs could thrive in feature-back role  CBS Sports

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Jordan to host meeting with Syria, US on Syrian reconstruction - Al JazeeraJordan to host meeting with Syria, US on Syrian reconstruction  Al Jazeera

NFL suspends Vikings WR Jordan Addison three games for violating substance-abuse policy - NFL.comNFL suspends Vikings WR Jordan Addison three games for violating substance-abuse policy  NFL.com

Jordan: Vietnamese Nationals Can Now Obtain E-Visas, Visas-on-Arrival - FragomenJordan: Vietnamese Nationals Can Now Obtain E-Visas, Visas-on-Arrival  Fragomen

Danish wins bronze for India at Intl Taekwondo C’ship in Jordan - Nagaland PostDanish wins bronze for India at Intl Taekwondo C’ship in Jordan  Nagaland Post

The Best achievements of the National Federations – Jordan - asbcnewsThe Best achievements of the National Federations – Jordan  asbcnews

The Hundred: Sam Curran and Jordan Cox drive Oval Invincibles to crucial win over Trent Rockets - Sky SportsThe Hundred: Sam Curran and Jordan Cox drive Oval Invincibles to crucial win over Trent Rockets  Sky Sports

Egypt-Jordan Coral Bridge subsea cable completed - Connecting AfricaEgypt-Jordan Coral Bridge subsea cable completed  Connecting Africa

Saudi Arabia Joins UAE, Qatar, and Jordan in Surging Middle East Tourism Beating Turkey With Record Arrivals, Revenues and a Summer Travel Boom - Travel And Tour WorldSaudi Arabia Joins UAE, Qatar, and Jordan in Surging Middle East Tourism Beating Turkey With Record Arrivals, Revenues and a Summer Travel Boom  Travel And Tour World

Telecom Egypt, NaiTel launch new subsea cable linking Egypt & Jordan - Capacity MediaTelecom Egypt, NaiTel launch new subsea cable linking Egypt & Jordan  Capacity Media

Michael Jordan’s NASCAR legal battle intensifies after judge denies sanctions request - The Times of IndiaMichael Jordan’s NASCAR legal battle intensifies after judge denies sanctions request  The Times of India

Jordan - Middle East, Hashemite, Reforms - BritannicaJordan - Middle East, Hashemite, Reforms  Britannica

A Beloved Air Jordan 1 Is Back for the First Time in 10 Years - GQA Beloved Air Jordan 1 Is Back for the First Time in 10 Years  GQ

Sneaker Drops: Tobe Nwigwe x Reebok, Air Jordan 40 - RapzillaSneaker Drops: Tobe Nwigwe x Reebok, Air Jordan 40  Rapzilla

Jordan Airmotive signs CFM56-7B MRO agreement with Texel Air - AviTrader Aviation NewsJordan Airmotive signs CFM56-7B MRO agreement with Texel Air  AviTrader Aviation News

Help KSL TV understand your concerns about the Jordan River - KSL TV 5Help KSL TV understand your concerns about the Jordan River  KSL TV 5

Kids from all over the world are playing one-on-one for a Jordan Brand deal – and maybe more - AndscapeKids from all over the world are playing one-on-one for a Jordan Brand deal – and maybe more  Andscape

Jordan: Companies join modernization plan - Agência de Notícias Brasil-ÁrabeJordan: Companies join modernization plan  Agência de Notícias Brasil-Árabe

This New Air Jordan Is a Tribute to Mexican Professional Wrestling - WWDThis New Air Jordan Is a Tribute to Mexican Professional Wrestling  WWD

Amman Leads Jordan’s Hotel Occupancy Rates, but Petra Struggles - Travel And Tour WorldAmman Leads Jordan’s Hotel Occupancy Rates, but Petra Struggles  Travel And Tour World

Travis Scott's Latest Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Is Dropping in Just a Month - WWDTravis Scott's Latest Fragment x Air Jordan 1 Is Dropping in Just a Month  WWD

Four sixes in an over! Jordan Cox creates history as The Oval Invincibles set highest-ever The Hundred to - The Times of IndiaFour sixes in an over! Jordan Cox creates history as The Oval Invincibles set highest-ever The Hundred to  The Times of India

Orioles place IF Jordan Westburg, P Brandon Young on injured list - ReutersOrioles place IF Jordan Westburg, P Brandon Young on injured list  Reuters

Libya Participates in the Arab School Futsal Championship in Jordan - libyaupdate.comLibya Participates in the Arab School Futsal Championship in Jordan  libyaupdate.com

Jordan reinstates 'conscription' after 'Greater Israel' threats - The New ArabJordan reinstates 'conscription' after 'Greater Israel' threats  The New Arab

Versatile Jordan Ragland Switches Verbal Commitment to Cal for 2026-27 - SwimSwamVersatile Jordan Ragland Switches Verbal Commitment to Cal for 2026-27  SwimSwam

Jordan’s crown prince announces reactivation of National Military Service Program - Arab NewsJordan’s crown prince announces reactivation of National Military Service Program  Arab News

West Jordan fire: Several homes burn in Utah neighborhood as witnesses report ‘loud booms and lotta smoke' - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesWest Jordan fire: Several homes burn in Utah neighborhood as witnesses report ‘loud booms and lotta smoke' - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Marine Le Pen or Jordan Bardella? Identity crisis grips France’s far right. - politico.euMarine Le Pen or Jordan Bardella? Identity crisis grips France’s far right.  politico.eu

Jordan Jensen Sets Netflix Premiere Date For First Hour-Long Comedy Special ‘Take Me With You’ - DeadlineJordan Jensen Sets Netflix Premiere Date For First Hour-Long Comedy Special ‘Take Me With You’  Deadline

Egyptian Swiss Group targets Jordan as key hub for Middle East expansion - Milling Middle East & AfricaEgyptian Swiss Group targets Jordan as key hub for Middle East expansion  Milling Middle East & Africa

The Summer’s Freshest Air Jordan Collaboration Is Finally Here - GQThe Summer’s Freshest Air Jordan Collaboration Is Finally Here  GQ

Jordan to resume conscription in 2026, call up 6,000 men: What to know - AL-MonitorJordan to resume conscription in 2026, call up 6,000 men: What to know  AL-Monitor

Michael Jordan flying through space before ‘Space Jam’?: Sports Card of the Week - The New York TimesMichael Jordan flying through space before ‘Space Jam’?: Sports Card of the Week  The New York Times

Unique Kobe Bryant-Michael Jordan card set to break price record on Mamba’s birthday - Los Angeles TimesUnique Kobe Bryant-Michael Jordan card set to break price record on Mamba’s birthday  Los Angeles Times

This Classic Michael Jordan Sneaker Is Getting a New Glow-in-the-Dark Update - WWDThis Classic Michael Jordan Sneaker Is Getting a New Glow-in-the-Dark Update  WWD

Jordan opens first independent CNG station to cut fuel costs, expand gas use - Oil & Gas Middle EastJordan opens first independent CNG station to cut fuel costs, expand gas use  Oil & Gas Middle East

Michael Jordan’s $8M championship Air Jordans featured in every NBA Finals win that secured his 6 rings a - The Times of IndiaMichael Jordan’s $8M championship Air Jordans featured in every NBA Finals win that secured his 6 rings a  The Times of India

This Original Michael Jordan Sneaker Is Coming Back for the First Time Since 2018 - WWDThis Original Michael Jordan Sneaker Is Coming Back for the First Time Since 2018  WWD

Swedish jihadist appeals life term for Jordan pilot burned alive - The Local SwedenSwedish jihadist appeals life term for Jordan pilot burned alive  The Local Sweden

Ithmar Invest PSC: Innovator in Debt & Equity Financing Jordan 2025 - CFI.co | Capital Finance InternationalIthmar Invest PSC: Innovator in Debt & Equity Financing Jordan 2025  CFI.co | Capital Finance International

OECD Integrity Review of Jordan - OECDOECD Integrity Review of Jordan  OECD

The Hundred: Jordan Cox hits unbeaten 56 as Oval Invincibles clinch seven-wicket win over Southern Brave - Sky SportsThe Hundred: Jordan Cox hits unbeaten 56 as Oval Invincibles clinch seven-wicket win over Southern Brave  Sky Sports

SNX: This Week’s Best Sneakers, Featuring The Return Of The Jordan 1 Shattered Backboard & More - UPROXXSNX: This Week’s Best Sneakers, Featuring The Return Of The Jordan 1 Shattered Backboard & More  UPROXX

The Hundred: Jordan Cox blasts 10 sixes as Oval Invincibles set record total in win over Welsh Fire - Sky SportsThe Hundred: Jordan Cox blasts 10 sixes as Oval Invincibles set record total in win over Welsh Fire  Sky Sports

Michael Jordan-Kobe Bryant dual-signed card expected to break auction records in Dallas this week - WFAAMichael Jordan-Kobe Bryant dual-signed card expected to break auction records in Dallas this week  WFAA

Jordan Brand The One Finals 2025 Hit NYC with Exclusive Air Jordan Releases - House of Heat°Jordan Brand The One Finals 2025 Hit NYC with Exclusive Air Jordan Releases  House of Heat°

After 34 years, Jordan reinstates mandatory military service, warns against evasion - YnetnewsAfter 34 years, Jordan reinstates mandatory military service, warns against evasion  Ynetnews

Jordan to Bring Back Compulsory Military Service After Three Decades - The Defense PostJordan to Bring Back Compulsory Military Service After Three Decades  The Defense Post

The Definitive Air Jordan Ranking - GQThe Definitive Air Jordan Ranking  GQ

The Hundred: Sam Curran and Jordan Cox power Invincibles to thrilling win; Gardner inspires Rockets Women - Telecom Asia SportThe Hundred: Sam Curran and Jordan Cox power Invincibles to thrilling win; Gardner inspires Rockets Women  Telecom Asia Sport

Jordan Vandergriff Gets Second NHRA Call From Shawn Reed - AutoweekJordan Vandergriff Gets Second NHRA Call From Shawn Reed  Autoweek

NATO-Jordan statement on the signature of the legal agreement for the establishment of a diplomatic NATO Liaison Office in Amman - NATO - HomepageNATO-Jordan statement on the signature of the legal agreement for the establishment of a diplomatic NATO Liaison Office in Amman  NATO - Homepage

Kobe-Jordan Card Up for Auction Now One of Most Valuable Ever - Sportico.comKobe-Jordan Card Up for Auction Now One of Most Valuable Ever  Sportico.com

IT’S BUSINESS: Fast facts on Jordan Johnson - freemanjournal.netIT’S BUSINESS: Fast facts on Jordan Johnson  freemanjournal.net

Three months, 6,000 men and no phones: Jordan reveals details of new military service - thenationalnews.comThree months, 6,000 men and no phones: Jordan reveals details of new military service  thenationalnews.com

The Air Jordan 40 Arrives With A Swoosh On November 1 - House of Heat°The Air Jordan 40 Arrives With A Swoosh On November 1  House of Heat°

Jordan Revives Mandatory Military Service for the First Time in 34 Years - The Media LineJordan Revives Mandatory Military Service for the First Time in 34 Years  The Media Line

HIM: Jordan Peele-produced sports horror movie gets new featurette - JoBloHIM: Jordan Peele-produced sports horror movie gets new featurette  JoBlo

This New Air Jordan Is Inspired by the Great Outdoors - WWDThis New Air Jordan Is Inspired by the Great Outdoors  WWD

Packers’ Jordan Love fuels Micah Parsons trade buzz with recruitment pitch - MSNPackers’ Jordan Love fuels Micah Parsons trade buzz with recruitment pitch  MSN

"I don't see anybody being close to that" - Shaquille O'Neal admitted watching 'The Last Dance' convinced him Michael Jordan will always be the NBA GOAT - Basketball Network"I don't see anybody being close to that" - Shaquille O'Neal admitted watching 'The Last Dance' convinced him Michael Jordan will always be the NBA GOAT  Basketball Network

50 Surprising Facts About Sheila Jordan - That Eric Alper50 Surprising Facts About Sheila Jordan  That Eric Alper

Jordan Brand Introduces the Air Jordan 40, a Game Shoe Built for the Next Generation of Greatness - About NikeJordan Brand Introduces the Air Jordan 40, a Game Shoe Built for the Next Generation of Greatness  About Nike

10 Facts About the Syrian Refugee Crisis in Jordan - World Food Program USA10 Facts About the Syrian Refugee Crisis in Jordan  World Food Program USA

Packers QB Jordan Love Reveals Surprising Micah Parsons Admission - NewsweekPackers QB Jordan Love Reveals Surprising Micah Parsons Admission  Newsweek

Meteorologist Jordan Smith is tracking a stormy weekend but a much better weather pattern next week. - WJHGMeteorologist Jordan Smith is tracking a stormy weekend but a much better weather pattern next week.  WJHG

Op-Ed: The ‘Jordan 40’ is a violation of the established sneaker culture - Athlon SportsOp-Ed: The ‘Jordan 40’ is a violation of the established sneaker culture  Athlon Sports

Jordan to reinstate conscription in 2026, Amman confirms - The Jerusalem PostJordan to reinstate conscription in 2026, Amman confirms  The Jerusalem Post

Closer Look At The Friends And Family Undefeated x Air Jordan 4 - HotNewHipHopCloser Look At The Friends And Family Undefeated x Air Jordan 4  HotNewHipHop

OECD Public Governance Reviews: Jordan - OECDOECD Public Governance Reviews: Jordan  OECD

King Abdullah II of Jordan: “A shameful version of humanity is unfolding in Gaza” - European ParliamentKing Abdullah II of Jordan: “A shameful version of humanity is unfolding in Gaza”  European Parliament

Jordan - EBRDJordan  EBRD

PSG Restock 24-25 Jordan Wings Kit - Sold Out in Minutes - Footy HeadlinesPSG Restock 24-25 Jordan Wings Kit - Sold Out in Minutes  Footy Headlines

Auburn's Jordan-Hare Stadium, Neville Arena add lighting effects for 2025-26 | What to know - Montgomery AdvertiserAuburn's Jordan-Hare Stadium, Neville Arena add lighting effects for 2025-26 | What to know  Montgomery Advertiser

Looking Back at Every Milestone Anniversary Air Jordan Model Thus Far - House of Heat°Looking Back at Every Milestone Anniversary Air Jordan Model Thus Far  House of Heat°

Jordan inaugurates first CNG filling station - MSNJordan inaugurates first CNG filling station  MSN

EU and Jordan launch multi-billion euro partnership to tackle shared challenges and opportunities - EEASEU and Jordan launch multi-billion euro partnership to tackle shared challenges and opportunities  EEAS

World Cup squad “has to be an ambition” for Jordan Henderson at Brentford, says Keith Andrews - Hounslow HeraldWorld Cup squad “has to be an ambition” for Jordan Henderson at Brentford, says Keith Andrews  Hounslow Herald

Bomb threat forces evacuation of South Jordan gym, placed school on lockdown - KSL TV 5Bomb threat forces evacuation of South Jordan gym, placed school on lockdown  KSL TV 5

Jordan opens field hospital in Gaza - Arab NewsJordan opens field hospital in Gaza  Arab News

Teens rescue dogs from burning home in West Jordan - KSL TV 5Teens rescue dogs from burning home in West Jordan  KSL TV 5

Jordan bans Muslim Brotherhood after arrests over attack plots - BBCJordan bans Muslim Brotherhood after arrests over attack plots  BBC

'To serve and defend': Jordan to reactivate national military service - thenationalnews.com'To serve and defend': Jordan to reactivate national military service  thenationalnews.com

Jordan National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Jordan National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Convicted man in Michael Jordan's father's murder makes demands from behind bars - MARCAConvicted man in Michael Jordan's father's murder makes demands from behind bars  MARCA

Claudia Jordan, Erica Mena, Drew Sidora at ‘Run’ premiere - Rolling OutClaudia Jordan, Erica Mena, Drew Sidora at ‘Run’ premiere  Rolling Out

Deputy Minister Moraka strengthens ties with Jordan, UAE - South African Government News AgencyDeputy Minister Moraka strengthens ties with Jordan, UAE  South African Government News Agency

Michael Jordan’s Air Jordan 17 Is Getting a Colorful Collaboration This Fall - WWDMichael Jordan’s Air Jordan 17 Is Getting a Colorful Collaboration This Fall  WWD

Jordan Davis Performs ‘Turn This Truck Around’ Live on TODAY - TODAY.comJordan Davis Performs ‘Turn This Truck Around’ Live on TODAY  TODAY.com

NYC influencer Fiona Jordan admits to filming, laughing at toddler forced to smoke vape after years-old video resurfaces - New York PostNYC influencer Fiona Jordan admits to filming, laughing at toddler forced to smoke vape after years-old video resurfaces  New York Post

NASCAR says Michael Jordan antitrust suit is to force permanent charter no other team has - AP NewsNASCAR says Michael Jordan antitrust suit is to force permanent charter no other team has  AP News

Jordan becomes first country to receive WHO verification for eliminating leprosy - World Health Organization (WHO)Jordan becomes first country to receive WHO verification for eliminating leprosy  World Health Organization (WHO)