Jordanians’ assistance eases hardship for Syrian refugees
by Khetam Malkawi | Feb 25,2012 | JORDAN TIMES AMMAN — Despite the difficult conditions in which they currently live, Syrians seeking refuge in the Kingdom from the violence in […]
Jihad and the Islamic Law of War
A publication from The Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Center, Amman, Jordan. This text explains what jihad is, what it means to Muslims, and how it relates to the concrete issues of war and peace. It explores the most important issues surrounding the Islamic law of war and peace, and lays […]
‘Youth employment strategies needed’
by Mohammad Ghazal | Feb 23,2012 | JORDAN TIMES AMMAN — Experts on Thursday called for effective short- and medium-term strategies to create jobs for young people in the Kingdom, where two-thirds of working-age youths are jobless. They said investing in human capital is the key to boosting the country’s […]
Introducing ‘Al-Tafsir.com’
A website worth visiting: http://www.altafsir.com ALTAFSIR.COM is a completely free, non-profit website providing access to the largest and greatest online collections of Quranic commentary, translation, recitation and essential resources in the world. It was begun in 2001 by the Royal Aal al-Bayt Institute for Islamic Thought, Jordan. Read more here: […]
EU supports Jordan with 3b euros over three years
Focus will be on economic growth, SMEs by Hani Hazaimeh | Feb 22,2012 | JORDAN TIMES AMMAN — Jordan will receive a financial assistance package of around 3 billion euros […]
King (of Jordan) thanks EU for reform support
AMMAN –– His Majesty King Abdullah on Wednesday voiced appreciation for the EU’s continued support for programmes and plans Jordan is implementing to achieve sustainable development in all areas. During a meeting with EU’s foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton, the King said Jordan seeks to become a “successful” model for reform […]
King urges boost in efforts to solve Syria crisis peacefully
Jordan, China seek to enhance commercial, investment cooperation AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah on Tuesday called for increasing efforts to end the crisis in Syria through peaceful ways, a […]
20,000-Year-Old Buildings Discovered in Jordan
A joint British, Danish, American and Jordanian team of archaeologists has discovered 20,000-year-old hut structures at the archaeological site of Kharaneh IV in eastern Jordan. Source: SciNewsCom According to the […]
Jordan condemns breaking into al-Aqsa mosque by israeli settlers
Amman (ANTARA/Xinhua-OANA) – Jordan on Sunday condemned breaking into al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli settlers, calling on the Arabs and Muslims to intervene to halt such violations, the state-run Petra news […]
Turn Arab Spring into 10-year development plan — Prince Hassan
Petra | Feb 20,2012 | 23:21 JORDAN TIMES AMMAN — HRH Prince Hassan, chairman and founder of the Arab Thought Forum (ATF), on Sunday said the Arab Spring should be transformed into a 10-year development plan that focuses on the interests of the Arab nation. During a ceremony yesterday to […]
Malaysia seeks Jordan’s help to found Islamic business school
by Mohammad Ghazal | Feb 20,2012 | JORDAN TIMES AMMAN — Malaysia is seeking the expertise of Jordanian academicians to establish the World Association of Islamic Business School, according to a senior Malaysian official. “Jordanian universities enjoy a very strong reputation and we are seeking their expertise and assistance in […]
Prince Hassan calls for ‘humanising priorities’
Petra | Feb 19,2012 | 22:54 AMMAN — Leaders in Jordan and the region must consider the needs of their own people in order to strengthen the country and the […]
Tourism board to focus on promoting religious sites in 2012
AMMAN — The Jordan Tourism Board (JTB) will focus this year on promoting the Kingdom’s religious tourism sites, JTB acting Director General Abdul Razzaq Arabiyat said on Wednesday. In a […]
‘One-person, one-vote damaging society, civil state’
Experts discuss alternatives to current electoral system by Rand Dalmagouni, Jordan Times. AMMAN — The one-person, one-vote electoral system has torn the fabric of Jordanian society and turned the social system of tribes into a political one rooted in narrow allegiances, according to analysts. “This electoral system has dismantled society, […]
On Valentine’s Day, Jordanians differ on whether to celebrate
by Muath Freij | Feb 14,2012 | 22:59 JORDAN TIMES AMMAN — This Valentine’s Day, the debate continues among Jordanians about whether it is appropriate to celebrate the occasion. Observed […]
Jordan: Camp to accommodate displaced Syrians opens this week
Petra. JORDAN TIMES MAFRAQ — Jordan will open a camp for Syrians seeking refuge in the Kingdom, in the Ribaa Al Sarhan area in Mafraq at the end of this week, Jordan Hashemite Charity Organisation (JHCO) Secretary General Ahmad Amyan said on Sunday. Infrastructure work has been completed at the […]
‘Palestinian unity deal a mistake’
AFP / JORDAN TIMES CAIRO — Senior Hamas official Mahmud Zahar slammed a Palestinian unity deal as a “mistake” that has thrown the Islamist movement into crisis, in an interview with Egypt’s official MENA agency published on Sunday. Hamas leader Khaled Mishaal signed an agreement with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas […]
‘Jordan mulls withdrawing ambassador from Syria’
by Hani Hazaimeh | Feb 12,2012 | 23:05 JORDAN TIMES AMMAN — Jordan is considering withdrawing its ambassador in Damascus in light of the worsening situation in Syria, Foreign Minister Nasser Judeh has said. Interviewed by Al Arabiya TV late Thursday, Judeh said the Jordanian ambassador is currently present in […]
Libya plans to recruit Jordanians to help in rebuilding
Jordan Premier, delegates discuss with officials prospects of cooperation by Jordan Times | Feb 08,2012 | 23:45AMMAN — Jordan on Tuesday offered to put all its capabilities and expertise at […]
Jordan: ‘Syrians to receive free medical care; Libyans to be treated outside Amman’
Jordan Times: MAFRAQ — Minister of Health Abdul Latif Wreikat on Monday said the ministry will offer free medical care to Syrian refugees in Jordan, provided that they obtain registration documents from the UNHCR. During a field visit to medical care centres in the Sarhan and Housha districts in Mafraq […]