Jordan
What the region's press reported about Jordan, who holds its top offices, and MEF's latest analysis.
As of October 17, 2026, 8:38 a.m. ET. Readout items through the capture of October 17, 2026. Officeholders from the Government Graph file of October 6, 2026. MEF articles through October 13, 2026.
In the Region's Press
Drone shot down: Unusual terror smuggling thwarted on Jordan border
Srugim reported that Israeli forces at night intercepted a heavy cargo drone trying to cross the Jordan border with weapons and ammunition destined for the West Bank.
Countries: Jordan, Israel, Palestinian Authority and Gaza
Iranian spokesperson discusses danger of US bases with Jordanian counterpart
Report.az reported that an Iranian spokesperson said Iran respects other countries' sovereignty and borders but alleged some states host US and Israeli actions targeting Iran.
Countries: Iran, Jordan, Israel, United States
King of Jordan: There are attempts to erase the Palestinian presence. and Jordan will protect its security
Al-Bayan quoted the King of Jordan as saying some actors are seeking to remove the Palestinian presence and that Jordan will defend its security.
Countries: Jordan, Palestinian Authority and Gaza
From MEF
Jordan’s China Pivot Creates a New Security Risk for Israel
Turkey’s Hejaz Railway Revival and the Limits of a Hormuz Alternative
Israel Must Stop Damascus from Absorbing Sweida
The Jordan-Syria “Drug Front”: Why the Monarchy Is Reassessing Damascus
Modi’s Jordan-Ethiopia-Oman Visit Signals India’s Integrated Middle East-Africa Strategy
Keep the United Nations Out of Gaza