Jordan’s unfolding events have revealed not only a political crisis, but also a deepening crisis of intelligence and journalism.
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Jordan Orders Ban On Media Coverage About Royal Rift
The public prosecutor in Jordan has banned media coverage of rift between King Abdullah II and former Crown Prince Hamzah.
Jordan Sends Tough Message On Dissent In Royal Family
Jordan sent a tough message on dissent in Royal family. The message contradicts senior royal’s claim of being targeted for fighting corruption.
UAE jails Jordanian for 10 years for criticising Jordan’s gov’t
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urged in the UAE to immediately release Ahmed Etoum jailed for criticising the government of Jordan.
Jordanian Government Strengthens Crackdown on Political Opponents
The crackdown comes at a time when Jordanian activists started protests over economic conditions in 2018 but fizzled out into 2019. That has been a recurring theme in 2019.
A Worrying Crackdown on Political Activists in Jordan
Jordanian authorities have increasingly targeted political and anti-corruption activists on charges that violate the right to free expression.
US Cuts Funding To UN Agency Helping Palestinian Refugees
The Trump administration has cut funding to the U.N. agency that helps Palestinian refugees, calling the organization “irredeemably flawed.”
Jordanian Protests Resume as PM Switch is Finalized
Protest organizers said they would keep up the pressure, including a one-day strike set for Wednesday
Jordanian People Power Movement Forces PM to Resign
Jordan’s prime minister has resigned, following four days of protests over a new income tax law
Jordanian Journalists Fear Security Law is Fresh Crackdown
Fear that a new law against terrorism is really designed as weapon against Jordanian journalists