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The Significance of the Muslim Brotherhood’s Victory in Jordan’s Parliamentary Elections

13 September 2024

The Muslim Brotherhood achieved a significant milestone in the recent parliamentary elections in Jordan.
This development has caused concern for King Abdullah, as the movement’s success is seen as a potential threat to his reign. While the king has managed to maintain control for now, there is speculation that he may act to limit the movement’s activities if the perceived danger to his rule grows.

Difficult Tensions Between King Abdullah and the “Muslim Brotherhood” Movement

23 May 2024

The “Muslim Brotherhood” movement in Jordan is facing significant embarrassment after the kingdom’s security forces exposed a terror cell established by the movement’s activists in cooperation with Hamas’s military wing.
King Abdullah fears that Iran, with the help of the “Muslim Brotherhood,” is pushing for large popular demonstrations akin to the “Arab Spring” to topple him from power. Jordanian officials estimate that he will take a hard stance to suppress any such attempts.

Jordan Takes Firm Stance Against Hamas

2 May 2024

The Jordanian authorities have reiterated their stance against allowing Hamas leaders to return to the kingdom and establish offices there, a position initially enforced after their expulsion in 1996.
Over the past month, Hamas leaders have been openly engaging in activities, in collaboration with Iran and the Muslim Brotherhood movement, aimed at inciting unrest among the Jordanian populace against the monarchy and Israel.

The protests in Jordan are another sign of the failure of Biden’s policy

5 April 2024

The ongoing protests in Jordan serve as another indication of the perceived shortcomings in the Biden administration’s Middle East policy.
Iran and Hamas have succeeded in destabilizing the Jordanian government, prompting concerns among Gulf countries about a potential “domino effect” spreading throughout the region.

Jordan fears that Hamas is trying to set it on fire

31 March 2024

King Abdullah is concerned about the attempts of the Hamas movement to set the Hashemite Kingdom on fire through violent demonstrations ahead of the IDF operation in Rafah.

Is King Abdullah’s Throne Shaking?

16 November 2023

Jordan has aligned itself with the Hamas movement and the Gaza Strip, accusing Israel of war crimes.
Amidst a turbulent Jordanian street, King Abdullah fears for the stability of his rule. There’s concern that the Israeli government might encourage Palestinians to migrate to Jordan, following the policy known as “Jordan is Palestine.”

Jordan’s Concerns Over the Saudi Arabia-Israel Agreement

19 September 2023

The Hashemite royal house is closely monitoring the ongoing discussions surrounding a potential normalization agreement between Saudi Arabia and Israel with growing apprehension. Jordan fears that such an agreement could significantly jeopardize its vital interests and potentially rekindle the notion that “Jordan is Palestine.”

Jordan to Establish a Buffer Zone on Its Border with Syria

9 September 2023

Jordan has taken decisive action to combat the scourge of drug smuggling from Syria into its territory. The country has announced plans to create a security buffer zone along its northern border. Notably, Jordan has been cautious not to directly implicate the Syrian regime, even though it is widely known that President Bashar Assad’s brother oversees the drug production and smuggling operations into Jordan.

Jordan’s Opposition to the Israeli Security Fence in the Jordan Valley

5 September 2023

Jordan strongly opposes Israel’s plans to construct a new security fence along the Jordan Valley. King Abdullah is deeply concerned that this move represents the first step towards the annexation of the Jordan Valley by Israel. To address this issue, he intends to reach out to the Biden administration in an effort to persuade them to reverse Israel’s decision.

Social Unrest in Jordan on the Rise

23 July 2023

Hundreds of politicians and journalists in Jordan have united in opposition to the proposed “Electronic Crimes Law,” signing a petition demanding a meeting with King Abdullah to urge him to withdraw the law before it gains parliamentary approval. The law has raised concerns as it restricts freedom of expression in the media and on social networks, threatening prison sentences and financial fines for violators.

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The Significance of the Muslim Brotherhood’s Victory in Jordan’s Parliamentary Elections