Jordan
Jordanian teachers continue strike into second week
By Jean Shaoul, 21 September 2018
The teachers’ strike comes at a time of mounting anger over the soaring cost of living and the detention of activists calling for political reform.
Jordan’s prime minister resigns amid massive protests against IMF-dictated austerity
By Jean Shaoul, 5 June 2018
On Saturday, despite King Abdullah’s announcement suspending price increases for fuel, electricity and water, some 200,000 took to the streets.
German parliament votes to redeploy troops to Jordan
By Johannes Stern, 24 June 2017
German troops will now be even closer to the war zones in Syria and Iraq.
Jordanian police captain opens fire at US-run training center in Amman
By Thomas Gaist, 10 November 2015
A Jordanian police officer, who reportedly worked as a trainer at the US-run facility, killed at least two American military contractors before being killed himself in a firefight.
Turkey, Jordan discuss moves to seize territory in Syria
By Thomas Gaist, 1 July 2015
Turkish and Jordanian military forces are on the brink of intervening in Syria to establish occupation zones in the northern and southern areas of the country.
ISIS releases video of barbaric execution of Jordanian pilot
By Will Morrow, 4 February 2015
As with previous ISIS killings, the murder of al-Kasasbeh plays directly into the hands of imperialism.
Jordan deploys troops along border with Iraq
By Jean Shaoul, 2 July 2014
The civil war in Iraq is drawing in Washington’s allies in the region, including Jordan—long hailed as an oasis of stability in the Middle East.
Jordan on the brink of disaster
By Jean Shaoul, 29 January 2013
Last week’s elections in Jordan resulted in a large majority for tribal leaders, pro-monarchy loyalists and businessmen.
Jordan hit by protests against fuel hikes and Abdullah’s rule
By Jean Shaoul, 4 December 2012
For weeks, thousands of people in towns and cities throughout Jordan have taken to the streets in protest against the government’s decision to end fuel subsidies.
In preparation for wider war, Pentagon deploys task force in Jordan
By Bill Van Auken, 11 October 2012
In preparation for a wider war in the Middle East, the Pentagon has deployed a 150-strong task force in Jordan.
US-backed monarchy loots Jordan amid continuing protests
By Jean Shaoul, 6 September 2011
Last January, protesters took to the streets of Amman and other cities in Jordan demanding better living conditions and political change.
King Abdullah replaces Jordanian cabinet
By Patrick Martin, 2 February 2011
The new government is headed by former a former prime minister, Maruf Bakhit, who is identified with ballot-rigging and security crackdowns.
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