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The Jordan Times is an independent English-language daily published by the Jordan Press Foundation since October 26, 1975. The Jordan Press Foundation is a shareholding company listed on the Amman Stock Exchange.The chief editor of the paper is Raed Omari.

The Huthis have launched scores of attacks on Israeli targets and Red Sea shipping during the Israel-Hamas war.
13/02/2025

The Huthis have launched scores of attacks on Israeli targets and Red Sea shipping during the Israel-Hamas war.

SANAA — Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels on Thursday threatened to launch new attacks if the United States and Israel go ahead with plans to displace Palestinians from Gaza.

A Palestinian source said mediators had obtained from Israel a "promise... to put in place a humanitarian protocol start...
13/02/2025

A Palestinian source said mediators had obtained from Israel a "promise... to put in place a humanitarian protocol starting from this morning".

OCCUPIED JERUSALEM — Hamas said Thursday it was committed to honouring a truce with Israel that is facing its worst crisis since it took effect, and added that mediators were pushing for hostages to be released this weekend as planned.

Suspected car 'attack' in Munich injures 28
13/02/2025

Suspected car 'attack' in Munich injures 28

AMMAN — The Foreign Ministry on Thursday condemned the car attack in Munich, Germany, resulting in dozens of injuries.Ministry Spokesperson Sufian Qudah reiterated Jordan’s solidarity with the German government and people in the wake of the tragic incident, stressing the Kingdom’s firm rejecti...

His Majesty King Abdullah on Tuesday holds talks with US President Donald Trump in the White House, attended by HRH Crow...
13/02/2025

His Majesty King Abdullah on Tuesday holds talks with US President Donald Trump in the White House, attended by HRH Crown Prince Hussein

AMMAN — In a speech that resonated internationally, His Majesty King Abdullah underscored the shared aspirations of the Arab world, reinforced by unwavering support from the Arab countries and the Jordanian people, according to political analysts and sociologists.Speaking to The Jordan Times, Mini...

Bringing the total number of tents sent to Gaza to over 74,000
13/02/2025

Bringing the total number of tents sent to Gaza to over 74,000

AMMAN — The Jordan Hashemite Charity Organisation (JHCO) said on Thursday that since the ceasefire was declared, Jordan has sent more than 62,000 tents to Gaza, following the delivery of the 161st relief convoy.The JHCO noted that over 12,000 tents had been delivered prior to the truce, bringing t...

During his call with Trump, Putin said that to end the war in Ukraine, the "root causes" of the conflict needed to be re...
13/02/2025

During his call with Trump, Putin said that to end the war in Ukraine, the "root causes" of the conflict needed to be resolved.

KYIV — US President Donald Trump spoke with Russian leader Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky this week suggesting the separate calls, each lasting more than an hour, were kick starting peace talks.

Holders Hussein and Wihdat lead the pack but they have their matches postponed for the Round of 16 of the AFC Asian Cham...
13/02/2025

Holders Hussein and Wihdat lead the pack but they have their matches postponed for the Round of 16 of the AFC Asian Champions League Two.

AMMAN — Faisali play Salt on Friday as week 13 of the CFI Jordan Professional Football League kicks off on Friday.In other matches this week, Aqaba play Sarih, Ahli play Ma’an, and Jazira face Shabab Urdun. Holders Hussein and Wihdat lead the pack but they have their matches postponed for the Ro...

The buyer chose to remain anonymous!
13/02/2025

The buyer chose to remain anonymous!

NEW YORK — A rare Stradivarius violin, made over 300 years ago by Antonio Stradivari during his so-called golden period, fetched $11.3 million at auction in New York on Friday, Sotheby's said."This extraordinary violin represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship and classical music history, its unpar...

Report notes 0.42% year-on-year increase in inflation
13/02/2025

Report notes 0.42% year-on-year increase in inflation

AMMAN — The Department of Statistics (DoS) on Wednesday reported a 2.29 per cent year-on-year increase in the general consumer price index (inflation) for January, with the index rising from 109.72 points in January 2024 to 112.23 points.The monthly report indicated that the price surge was primar...

A Saudi company will invest $5 billion to build an artificial intelligence data centre in the futuristic city of NEOM, s...
13/02/2025

A Saudi company will invest $5 billion to build an artificial intelligence data centre in the futuristic city of NEOM, state media reported.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — A Saudi company will invest $5 billion to build an artificial intelligence data centre in the futuristic city of NEOM, state media reported.The agreement, signed between DataVolt and NEOM, would fund the creation of a fully sustainable AI data centre with a 1.5 gigawatt capa...

While negotiating with the conservatives to form a government, sharp-tongued Herbert Kickl was within reach of becoming ...
13/02/2025

While negotiating with the conservatives to form a government, sharp-tongued Herbert Kickl was within reach of becoming contemporary Austria's first far-right chancellor.

VIENNA — While negotiating with the conservatives to form a government, sharp-tongued Herbert Kickl was within reach of becoming contemporary Austria's first far-right chancellor.

His Majesty stressed the need to step up international efforts to maintain the Gaza ceasefire and enhance the humanitari...
13/02/2025

His Majesty stressed the need to step up international efforts to maintain the Gaza ceasefire and enhance the humanitarian response, the statement said.

AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah and French President Emmanuel Macron, in a phone call on Wednesday, discussed the dangerous developments in Gaza and the West Bank.His Majesty reiterated Jordan’s rejection of attempts to annex land and displace Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza, stressing ...

HRH Crown Prince Hussein on Thursday thanked Jordanians for their resolve and for being his foremost support.
13/02/2025

HRH Crown Prince Hussein on Thursday thanked Jordanians for their resolve and for being his foremost support.

AMMAN — HRH Crown Prince Hussein on Thursday thanked Jordanians for their resolve and for being his foremost support.In a post on his Instagram account, the Crown Prince wrote, "Thank you for being my best support. I am greatly proud of a people whose resolve has never wavered."

Abbas highlights Jordan’s ongoing humanitarian efforts, support for Palestinian sovereignty
13/02/2025

Abbas highlights Jordan’s ongoing humanitarian efforts, support for Palestinian sovereignty

AMMAN — Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Wednesday commended the courageous and fraternal stances of His Majesty King Abdullah.President Abbas described these positions as a continuation of King Abdullah’s longstanding and steadfast support for the legitimate and just rights of the Palesti...

Prime Minister Jafar Hassan on Wednesday issued a communiqué outlining the adjusted working hours for government employe...
13/02/2025

Prime Minister Jafar Hassan on Wednesday issued a communiqué outlining the adjusted working hours for government employees during the upcoming month of Ramadan.

AMMAN — Prime Minister Jafar Hassan on Wednesday issued a communiqué outlining the adjusted working hours for government employees during the upcoming month of Ramadan.Starting on the first day of Ramadan, the official working hours will be from 9:30am to 3pm, according to a Prime Ministry statem...

His Majesty King Abdullah on Thursday thanked Jordanians and said he draws his energy and strength from them.
13/02/2025

His Majesty King Abdullah on Thursday thanked Jordanians and said he draws his energy and strength from them.

AMMAN – His Majesty King Abdullah on Thursday thanked Jordanians and said he draws his energy and strength from them.In a post on X platform, the King wrote, "Thank you the loyal sons and daughters of my people. I draw my strength and energy from you. Our positions are steadfast and unwavering, an...

12/02/2025

President Trump’s Message to the People of Jordan:

“You are very, very fantastic people with tremendous brilliance and energy… you have a King who is a tremendous man…KingAbdullahII is one of the true great leaders of the world.” 🇺🇸🇯🇴

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