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The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is a Middle Eastern country bordering Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Israel and Palestine. Its capital and largest city is Amman.

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Jordanian women cast their ballots at a polling station during parliamentary elections in Amman, Jordan.

Jordanian women cast their ballots at a polling station during parliamentary elections in Amman, Jordan.

How dangerous is the Islamist victory in Jordan's elections?

The Islamic Action Front won big in last week's election, partly because their support for Hamas made them popular.

King Abdullah II looks down during a speech in Berlin

King Abdullah II looks down during a speech in Berlin

Jordan's King Abdullah names Jafar Hassan as new PM

Jordanian King Abdullah II urged new head of government Jafar Hassan to mobilize efforts to support Palestinians.

A Jordanian woman votes at a polling station during parliamentary elections in Amman, Jordan September 10, 2024.

A Jordanian woman votes at a polling station during parliamentary elections in Amman, Jordan September 10, 2024.

Jordan: Islamists win big in parliamentary elections

The political arm of regional Muslim Brotherhood movement tapped into people's anger over Israel's war against Hamas.

cars and guards at Allenby Crossing

cars and guards at Allenby Crossing

Attacker kills 3 Israeli guards at Allenby Bridge

Three Israeli men have been shot dead near the Allenby Bridge crossing between the West Bank and Jordan.

Players in red celebrate with a group hug after a goal

Players in red celebrate with a group hug after a goal

World Cup expansion gives hope to West Asian teams

As third-round qualifying opens for the expanded 2026 World Cup, long-shunned teams in West Asia might just make it.

People protest in support of Palestinians in Gaza, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Amman, Jordan.

People protest in support of Palestinians in Gaza, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Amman, Jordan.

Arab nations in Hamas-Israel conflict: What you need to know

Some have quiet-but-close relationships with Israel, while others host Iran-backed groups opposed to the US and Israel.

King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan visits NATO and meets with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.

King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan visits NATO and meets with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.

What does NATO's planned Jordan office mean for the region?

NATO's first Middle East liaison office will be in Jordan. Some are suggesting that it means NATO wants to go into Gaza.

French flags wave as left-wing supporters stand on a graffitied national monument at Place de la République in Paris

French flags wave as left-wing supporters stand on a graffitied national monument at Place de la République in Paris

France: Who will rule after shock win for left?

A left-wing alliance has beaten the far-right RN but working with their sworn enemy Macron might be a bigger challenge.

Protests in Nairobi

Protests in Nairobi

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A view of demonstrators shouting at a rally. A woman holds a placard reading "Hatred Era (reading RN), that's enough."

A view of demonstrators shouting at a rally. A woman holds a placard reading "Hatred Era (reading RN), that's enough."

French voters uneasy ahead of runoff election

Many are deeply concerned about the far-right party's potential impact on the country and the government.

Supporters of Marine Le Pen hold French flags at the venue for Marine Le Pen's reaction speech

Supporters of Marine Le Pen hold French flags at the venue for Marine Le Pen's reaction speech

Far right in France edges closer to power

France’s far-right National Rally dreams of winning an absolute majority in the run-off vote next Sunday.

French President Emmanuel Macron speaks at the Elysee Palace

French President Emmanuel Macron speaks at the Elysee Palace

As France goes to the polls, what are Macron's options?

The far-right National Rally looks set to win in snap elections. Here's what that means for France's political future.

A young woman speaks into a DW microphone

A young woman speaks into a DW microphone

French voters gear up for snap election

Speaking to Paris residents, DW correspondent Sonia Phalnikar gauges the mood ahead of the first round of the vote.

Paramedics carry a Muslim pilgrim for a medical check after he fell down due to a heat stroke at pillars, in Mina, near the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Paramedics carry a Muslim pilgrim for a medical check after he fell down due to a heat stroke at pillars, in Mina, near the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia: 19 Hajj pilgrims die as temperatures rise

Temperatures have been rising as the ritual "stoning of the devil" gets underway and Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha.

Emmanuel Macron stands at a polling station, looking pensive

Emmanuel Macron stands at a polling station, looking pensive

After EU loss, Macron bets on snap elections in France

In calling parliamentary elections, President Macron could regain ground — or simply open the door for the far right.

French far-right party leader Marine Le Pen followed by party President Jordan Bardella arrive on stage

French far-right party leader Marine Le Pen followed by party President Jordan Bardella arrive on stage

Le Pen, Bardella rebrand far right as mainstream party

Macron wants a "fire wall" against France's far right, but Rassemblement National has softened its former radical image.

People waving flags at a demonstration

People waving flags at a demonstration

Jordan helped Israel against Iran, now locals are protesting

Many Jordanians feel betrayed after their country helped Israel fend off Iran's drone attack.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addresses the United Nations Security Council during an emergency meeting at U.N. headquarters,

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addresses the United Nations Security Council during an emergency meeting at U.N. headquarters,

World leaders urge restraint from Israel after Iran's attack

The UN chief says that the world cannot afford further escalation spiraling from the Israel-Hamas war.

Israeli Air Force F-15 Eagle is pictured at an air base, said to be following an interception mission of an Iranian drone and missile attack on Israel.

Israeli Air Force F-15 Eagle is pictured at an air base, said to be following an interception mission of an Iranian drone and missile attack on Israel.

Why did some Arab countries appear to help Israel?

Some have celebrated the fact Arab nations aided Israel against Iran. But most have more complex motives for helping.

A view of destruction at UNRWA headquarters, which provides aid to millions of Palestinians and works under the United Nations, after being targeted by Israel in Gaza

A view of destruction at UNRWA headquarters, which provides aid to millions of Palestinians and works under the United Nations, after being targeted by Israel in Gaza

Will UNRWA's cash crisis lead to extremism, instability?

If the UN agency responsible for Palestinians collapses due to lack of funds, the impact will be felt well beyond Gaza.

A view of destruction after the US warplanes carried out an airstrike on the headquarters of Hashd al-Shaabi in Al-Qa'im city of Anbar, Iraq

A view of destruction after the US warplanes carried out an airstrike on the headquarters of Hashd al-Shaabi in Al-Qa'im city of Anbar, Iraq

US launches strikes in response to Jordan drone attack

The US has launched attacks against targets in Iraq and Syria, in response to a drone attack on a Jordan base last week.

US President Joe Biden

US President Joe Biden

US targets Iran militias in response to Jordan attack

The US is considering multi-phased strikes against Iran-backed militias in Syria and Iraq.

A protester holds a during a Palestinian flag during a protest to support the Palestinian people and protest against the US support for Israel near the US embassy in Baghdad.

A protester holds a during a Palestinian flag during a protest to support the Palestinian people and protest against the US support for Israel near the US embassy in Baghdad.

US troops in the Middle East: Soldiers in the line of fire

Their original mission may have ended years ago, but US soldiers are still operating in Iraq and Syria. Why?

An aerial shot of a US base in the Jordan desert from October 2023

An aerial shot of a US base in the Jordan desert from October 2023

US: 'Multiple actions' likely in response to Jordan strike

The White House said it is considering a "tiered approach" in response to a deadly drone attack on a US base in Jordan.

military base Tower 22

military base Tower 22

Jordan: Fatal drone attack increases pressure on USA

The fatal drone attack on US troops is only the latest in a series of skirmishes with groups backed by Iran.

U.S. President Joe Biden speaks in the White House in October, 2023

U.S. President Joe Biden speaks in the White House in October, 2023

US soldiers killed in drone attack in Jordan

President Joe Biden blamed Iran-backed groups for the attack on a US base in northeast Jordan and has vowed reprisals.

Locals checking the rubble of buildings destroyed in Jordanian airstrikes in Sweida, Syria.

Locals checking the rubble of buildings destroyed in Jordanian airstrikes in Sweida, Syria.

Jordan: Crackdown on Syrian drugs, weapons depends on deals

Jordan's aim to curb trafficking will succeed through collaboration, observers say. Syria's government remains involved.

DW Podcast | Inside Europe | provisorisch f ROAD

DW Podcast | Inside Europe | provisorisch f ROAD

Inside Europe - 25 January 2024

Turkey green-lights Sweden's NATO bid, a wake-up call for the EU elections, and Finland prepares to elect a president. Also: French politics and the fickle capital of youth, a journey to the heart of Germany's Zeitenwende, and leaning tower of… Bologna. Links - ECFR report: https://shorturl.at/jxzQ9, Tania Roettger in The Dial: https://shorturl.at/dkpuD

Jordanien König Abdullah II and Kronprinz Hussein U.S. Aussenminister Antony Blinken in Amman

Jordanien König Abdullah II and Kronprinz Hussein U.S. Aussenminister Antony Blinken in Amman

Jordan's king urges Blinken to push for cease-fire in Gaza

Jordan's King Abdullah has asked Blinken to put pressure on Israel to agree to an immediate cease-fire in Gaza.

A child reacts as people salvage belongings amid the rubble of a damaged building following strikes on Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, on November 12.

A child reacts as people salvage belongings amid the rubble of a damaged building following strikes on Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, on November 12.

Gaza conflict: Arab attitudes are hardening against Israel

Could public anger at the Israeli bombardment of Gaza lead to radicalization or violent extremism in the Middle East?

Tourists ride a horse-drawn cart in front of the Pyramids in Giza, on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt.

Tourists ride a horse-drawn cart in front of the Pyramids in Giza, on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt.

Gaza conflict: Middle East tourism struggles for survival

Tourism plays an important role in Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon. But visitor numbers are falling due to nearby conflict.

Palestinians stand next to a mural of late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat amidst the debris following Israeli bombardment on Rafah

Palestinians stand next to a mural of late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat amidst the debris following Israeli bombardment on Rafah

Gaza: Arab countries unwilling to assume future control

Why are Arab states reluctant to play a part in the Gaza Strip's political future after the current conflict quiets?

Two Arab men outside the McDonald's branch in Amman

Two Arab men outside the McDonald's branch in Amman

How is the war affecting Israel's partner Jordan?

Jordan's stance is hardening against Israel. But taking in Palestinians remains as unlikely as ending the peace deal.

People search through buildings destroyed during Israeli air raids on Al-Shati refugee camp in Gaza City

People search through buildings destroyed during Israeli air raids on Al-Shati refugee camp in Gaza City

'We are witnessing a humanitarian tragedy in Gaza'

A top UN official responsible for Palestinian refugees says that winter will make the situation in Gaza much worse.

Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas shakes hands with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in the West Bank city of Ramallah on November, 5, 2023.

Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas shakes hands with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in the West Bank city of Ramallah on November, 5, 2023.

What does Blinken want to achieve on his Middle East tour?

The US secretary of state has rejected calls for a full cease-fire in Gaza, but has pushed for aid deliveries.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks at a press conference in Amman, Jordan.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks at a press conference in Amman, Jordan.

Blinken rebuffs calls for full cease-fire in Gaza

In Jordan, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that a cease-fire in Gaza would only allow Hamas to regroup.

Palestinian refugees sit on a set

Palestinian refugees sit on a set

Why Egypt and Jordan don't want Palestinian refugees

Egypt and Jordan harbor deep-rooted concerns that war between Hamas and Israel may trigger a new wave of displacement.

Jim Jordan speaking to reporters

Jim Jordan speaking to reporters

Republicans drop Trump ally Jim Jordan as speaker nominee

The Republican party is set to start the process over with a new candidate on Monday.

Protesters lift Palestinian flags and a portrait of Mohammed Deif chief of Al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas' military wing, during rally at the entrance of the French embassy complex in Beirut early on October 18, 2023

Protesters lift Palestinian flags and a portrait of Mohammed Deif chief of Al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas' military wing, during rally at the entrance of the French embassy complex in Beirut early on October 18, 2023

Outrage in Middle East over Gaza hospital blast

Israel's neighbors are expressing shock after a deadly blast at a Gaza hospital. The exact death toll can't be verified.

Jim Jordan speaks to reporters as House Republicans hold a caucus meeting at the Longworth House Office Building in Washington,

Jim Jordan speaks to reporters as House Republicans hold a caucus meeting at the Longworth House Office Building in Washington,

US House: Republicans nominate Jim Jordan to be speaker

Jordan, a staunch ally of former President Donald Trump, must win a majority of full House support to secure the gavel.

A man wearing traditional Arab headdress overlooking The Treasury at Petra in Jordan

A man wearing traditional Arab headdress overlooking The Treasury at Petra in Jordan

Jordan: Cybercrime law slams free speech as criminal content

The new cybercrime law curbs the freedom of speech online, which affects minorites in particular.

The city hall of L'Hay-les-Roses, with temporary barriers of barbed wire in front

The city hall of L'Hay-les-Roses, with temporary barriers of barbed wire in front

France riots: Could the country's far-right benefit?

The serious unrest in France following the death of 17-year-old Nahel could give a boost to the far right.

Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan and Rajwa Alseif of Saudi Arabia

Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan and Rajwa Alseif of Saudi Arabia

Jordan celebrates royal wedding of Crown Prince Hussein

British royals and US dignitaries are attending the wedding of the Jordanian crown prince and Saudi-born Rajwa Alseif.

Daniel Penny leaves Manhattan Criminal Court

Daniel Penny leaves Manhattan Criminal Court

Ex-US Marine accused of fatal chokehold released on bail

Daniel Penny faces up to 15 years in jail, if convicted, for putting a fellow subway passenger in a deadly chokehold.

A group of soldiers looks into a open airplane bay in Sudan

A group of soldiers looks into a open airplane bay in Sudan

Sudan updates: US brokers 72-hour truce in 'intense' talks

Countries continue to evacuate their citizens out of Sudan, amid rising fear for those left behind. DW has the latest.

Muslim worshippers performing the last night of Taraweeh prayer in Ramadan around (Kaaba), the holiest shrine in the Grand Mosque complex in Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca

Muslim worshippers performing the last night of Taraweeh prayer in Ramadan around (Kaaba), the holiest shrine in the Grand Mosque complex in Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca

Eid al-Fitr to start for Sunni Muslims while Shiites wait

Sunni Muslims marked the end of Ramadan at sunset on Thursday. The holiday will start on Saturday for Shiite Muslims.

signed sports shoes

signed sports shoes

Michael Jordan's sneakers sold for record $2.2 million

The pair was worn by basketball legend Michael Jordan in the 1998 NBA finals. It got him his sixth and last title.

Modern residential architecture of Dubai Marina, United Arab Emirates.

Modern residential architecture of Dubai Marina, United Arab Emirates.

Middle East trend for 'golden visa' schemes accelerating

European countries are backing out. But the Middle East is just getting started in the so-called "citizenship industry."

Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi meets with Syrian President Bashar Assad in Damascus

Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi meets with Syrian President Bashar Assad in Damascus

Jordan's top diplomat visits Syria after earthquakes

It was the first visit by a Jordanian official to Syria since civil war broke out in 2011.

Jordanian police stand in front of police vehicles

Jordanian police stand in front of police vehicles

Jordan says 3 police officers killed in raid after unrest

Three Jordanian police officers were killed in the southern city of Maan after unrest ripped through the region.