Flights from Baku to Amman to launch in June 2026
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) will commence direct flights between Baku and Amman in June 2026. The agreement was finalized during a meeting between airline executives and Jordanian authorities.
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Jordan invites Azerbaijan to joint projects in Syria
Azerbaijan may become a partner for Jordan in the reconstruction of Syria, Jordanian Minister of Industry, Trade, and Supply Yarub Alqudah said.
Scientists uncover details about ancient man in 'shorts' found in Iran's salt mines
A remarkable archaeological discovery made by miners in Iran’s Zanjan province three decades ago has been confirmed as the naturally preserved remains of a man from the early Sassanian Empire.
Russia-Jordan visa-free travel to begin in December
The agreement between Russia and Jordan on the mutual cancellation of visa requirements will come into force on December 13, 2025, the Russian Foreign Ministry said.
Nearly 100 activists from Global Sumud flotilla return to Turkey
More than 90 activists representing 21 countries from the Israeli-detained Global Sumud Flotilla, including 19 Turkish citizens, have been returned to Turkey from Jordan on a specially arranged Turkish Airlines flight, Haberturk television reported from Istanbul International Airport.
Nobel Prize in chemistry awarded to Jordanian scientist
Jordanian-American scientist Omar Yaghi has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, alongside Japan's Susumu Kitagawa and Australia's Richard Robson, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences reported.
Trump to hold Arab summit in New York
The White House will hold a summit on Gaza with Muslim leaders. This meeting is scheduled to take place in New York tomorrow.
Jordan welcomes meeting of Russian and U.S. leaders
Jordan hopes that the meeting of the Presidents of Russia and the U.S. in Alaska will contribute to the political and diplomatic settlement of the Ukrainian crisis, Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi said following a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
Syria and US talks begin in Jordan
Negotiations dedicated to the topic of normalizing the situation in Syria have begun in Jordan.
Jordan to host meeting with Syria and U.S.
Jordan will host a Jordanian-Syrian-American meeting on August 12 to discuss ways to support the rebuilding of Syria, the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported.
Jordan and UAE planes airdrops 25 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza
Jordanian and UAE transport planes have airdropped some 25 tons of humanitarian cargoes to the Gaza Strip, the Royal Jordanian Air Force command said.
Rosaviatsiya extends Israel flight ban
The flight bans to Middle Eastern countries were adjusted by Rosaviatsiya
Israeli army approaching Damascus
Israeli tanks have crossed the buffer zone along the border with Syria and were spotted about 20 km from Damascus, Al Mayadeen reported. According to the TV channel, the tanks advanced beyond the buffer zone, where Israel moved …
Dubai airline cancels flights to Middle East countries
Due to the tense situation in the Middle East, Emirates Airlines will temporarily stop flying to Iraq, Iran and Jordan. The resumption of flights is scheduled for November 5.
Vacation in Jordan: Direct flight to Amman to be launched in October
A direct flight will connect Moscow and Amman in October. Royal Jordanian's tickets are already on sale.
Azerbaijani female wrestlers score highest score in history of World Wrestling Championships
Women's wrestling competitions at the World Youth U17 Championships have concluded in Amman, Jordan. Of the six Azerbaijani athletes who participated …
Two Azerbaijani wrestlers win gold medals
The U17 Wrestling World Championship in Amman, Jordan, has wrapped up its Greco-Roman style events, with two Azerbaijani wrestlers coming out on top in their finals and clinching the title of world champions. In the consolation bout, …
NATO opens first office in Middle East
NATO announced the opening of a new office. Its location will not be an alliance member country, but its Middle Eastern partner, Jordan. The new office will be the first in the Arab region.
Flights from Türkiye cancelled amid conflict between Iran and Israel
Several airliners departing from Türkiye had to return to their departure ports due to Iran's attack on Israel. It concerns flights to Iran, Saudi Arabia and Oman.
Biden orders to draw up military options against Iran
U.S. President Joe Biden is blaming Iran more explicitly than ever for the deaths of American soldiers and is weighing what the consequences should be, Politico reported, citing sources. Within the administration, top aides are trying …
