The Latest Breaking News from Abdullah II

As regional tensions soar, the kingdom is contending with domestic as well as international pressures.

After Iran’s unprecedented missile and drone attack on Israel on April 13, Jordan finds itself caught between the two enemies. Friday morning's suspected Israeli strikes in central Iran have intensified fear that the country could be dragged into an escalation against its will. Having been historically neutral in the two…

Emmanuel Macron says Iran should face international isolation and reasserts his country’s support for Israel

Crown Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa of Jordan are expecting their first child this summer, bringing joy to the royal family and the nation.

The baby will be the first grandchild for King Abdullah and Queen Rania.

A recent resurgence in pro-Palestinian protests near the Israeli embassy has been met with arrests, but continues.

A statewide campaign in support of a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war is urging voters to choose the option "uncommitted" on their Democratic primary ballots, instead of President Biden.

US president says ‘gaps remain’ in truce proposal and that planned Israeli operation in Rafah should not proceed without a ‘credible plan’. Plus: wall off coast of Germany may be Europe’s oldest known human-built megastructure

Country says Israel’s decision to extend operations could mean a further breach of rights of Palestinians

US president said Israel shouldn’t launch a full-scale attack on city ‘without a credible plan for ensuring the safety’ of those living there

Israel faced growing international pressure on Tuesday to agree to a ceasefire with Hamas, as it planned an incursion into the southern Gaza city Rafah where more than a million Palestinians are trapped.