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The World Cup has seen widespread Palestinian solidarity symbols despite Palestine not competing, with Arab teams and fans prominently displaying flags and keffiyehs. Morocco's elimination marked the end of Arab representation, and Egypt's coach publicly honored Palestinian supporters after a win. Palestinians in Gaza celebrated Egypt's victory, and support for Palestine has now extended beyond Arab and Muslim nations.

Mysterious unclaimed airstrikes hit Iran after the U.S. military concluded its attacks, leading to Iran's retaliatory strikes across the Middle East. The attacks occurred as Gulf Arab states and the U.S. emphasized the need for free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran seeks to control.

President Trump described Iran as a 'cancer' that must be removed, signaling a potential shift from containment to regime change in U.S. policy. The article highlights Iran's regional destabilization efforts and Trump's warning of a devastating response to any new Iranian attacks.

The US launched airstrikes on Iran, prompting Iran to fire missiles at Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan, which host US forces. The actions threaten a fragile interim ceasefire in the Middle East conflict, with explosions reported near Iran's nuclear power plant.

The US and Iran exchanged strikes for a second day, marking the most serious rupture in their crumbling ceasefire. Tehran attacked US military sites in Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and Jordan, while President Donald Trump considers reimposing a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides prioritize control of shipping through the strait over Iran’s nuclear program, with any potential deal deemed unpalatable by analysts.

The GCC condemned Iranian attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, citing threats to global energy security and breaches of a US-Iran memorandum. The UAE separately denounced Iran's missile attack on Jordan as a sovereignty violation and pledged solidarity with Jordan.

The US and Iran exchanged airstrikes and missile attacks across the Middle East, escalating tensions and threatening a ceasefire deal. The US targeted Iran's nuclear power plant area and 90 other sites, while Iran attacked U.S.-allied countries like Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. The conflict has caused casualties and raised fears of a regional war disrupting global energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed it fired ten ballistic missiles at Jordan's Azraq military base. Jordan reported intercepting eight of the missiles with no casualties or damage. The IRGC warned that American bases in the region would be targeted if US aggression continued.

The US and Iran exchanged escalating airstrikes and missile attacks across the Middle East, threatening a fragile ceasefire. The US targeted Iran's nuclear power plant area and military sites, while Iran attacked US-allied countries including Kuwait, Qatar, and Jordan, resulting in casualties and intercepted missiles.

Jordan reported sirens after detecting missiles launched from Iran in its airspace, according to a government spokesperson. The Jordanian armed forces are on high alert and prepared to address any threats to national security.

Jordan intercepted eight Iranian missiles that entered its airspace. The incident highlights ongoing regional tensions between Jordan and Iran.

The US and Iran exchanged escalating airstrikes and missile attacks across the Middle East, threatening a ceasefire deal. The US targeted Iran's military infrastructure, including near its nuclear power plant, while Iran attacked U.S.-allied countries like Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. Casualties and intercepted missiles were reported, with concerns rising over regional war and energy supply disruptions.

Missile alert sirens were heard in Jordan as Iran retaliates across the wider Middle East following US airstrikes. The incident highlights escalating tensions in the region.

The article discusses ongoing strikes between Iran and the US, the NATO summit in Ankara, and the deteriorating relationship between Israel and Jordan. Diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman reports on these developments.

Jordan is frustrated with Israel's refusal to renew an expired water deal that had increased annual water supply from 50 million cubic meters under the 1994 peace pact. The 2021 agreement, which doubled the original allocation, was repeatedly renewed until its expiration in November due to deteriorating relations between the two countries.

US Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted a security dialogue with military officials from 11 Middle Eastern countries, including Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia, to discuss enhancing defense collaboration. CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper emphasized the shared commitment to regional security and stability.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's fans support Palestine during the World Cup, drawing parallels between their 1990s war and the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. The article highlights the legacy of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia and the Srebrenica genocide, while noting Bosnian Serb political figures' ties to Israel and the Palestinian solidarity movement among diaspora communities.

Jordan and the European Commission welcomed a US-mediated Israel-Lebanon framework agreement aimed at regional stability. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized disarmament of non-state groups and preserving Lebanon's sovereignty, while Jordan's foreign minister expressed hope for advancing Lebanon's interests. Protests in Beirut opposed the deal, with Hezbollah accusing it of legitimizing Israeli occupation.

Nick Jones, a US Marine Raider who served in MARSOC, discusses the realities of Marine Raiders operations, including close-quarters combat and deployments to Iraq and Jordan. He was awarded the Navy Cross for rescuing wounded teammates during a 2020 firefight in Iraq. Post-retirement, he founded the Talons Reach Foundation to support veterans and addresses trauma, injury recovery, and alcoholism.

The EU aviation safety agency EASA advises airlines to avoid airspace over Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon, and remain cautious in the region until July 1 due to potential violations of the US-Iran ceasefire and the fragile Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire. Operators are urged to exercise caution in airspace covering Bahrain, Kuwait, Israel, Jordan, Qatar, Oman, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia.

Sudan's Foreign Minister, Ambassador Mohi-Eddin Salim, held bilateral talks with Arab counterparts during the Council of the League of Arab States meeting in Jordan on June 22, 2026. The discussions took place on the sidelines of the ministerial-level council event.

Nadhir Benbouali equalized for Algeria against Jordan with a header from a corner kick taken by Riyad Mahrez, securing a draw in the match.

Jordan's ambassador to the United States, Dina Kawar, aims to highlight the country's human side through its historic first World Cup appearance, emphasizing sports development and tourism opportunities. The Jordanian team faces Algeria in a crucial match to advance, with a later game against Argentina and Lionel Messi. The ambassador also notes Jordan's progress in women's soccer, supported by Prince Ali bin Hussein.

Jordan executed six men for killing security personnel, ending a 9-year pause in death penalties. The government stated the men were involved in terror and drug cases between 2014 and 2022, with over 100 remaining on death row and further executions planned.

A Turkish-Saudi rail project bypassing Israel is planned to connect Jordan and Syria within 3-4 years, with future additions including Gulf states and possibly Yemen. The route aims to link the region with Europe, according to the Turkish transport minister.

Turkey and Saudi Arabia are promoting an overland trade corridor through Syria and Jordan to connect the Gulf region to Europe, bypassing Israel and competing with the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). Israeli officials view the initiative as a potential challenge to IMEC, a trade route supported by Israel and its international partners.

An Israeli spyware firm, NSO Group, targeted WhatsApp users in Jordan and Lebanon with malicious links despite a US court order prohibiting such actions. Meta reported spear phishing attempts and test accounts by NSO Group, which was previously barred from targeting WhatsApp users after a 2025 court case.

An Iranian-born engineer, Mahdi Sadeghi, was released on bail days before his trial on charges related to a 2024 drone attack on a U.S. military base in Jordan. He faces conspiracy charges for allegedly procuring technology for Iran's military drones. A U.S. judge had previously denied his release due to flight risk concerns.

Mohsen Mahdawi, a pro-Palestinian activist and green card holder, faces deportation to Jordan after a federal immigration judge ordered his removal. His legal team, including the ACLU, is challenging the decision, citing ongoing disputes over his 2025 arrest during a citizenship process interview and the Trump administration's targeting of his activism.

The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes for a second day, with the U.S. targeting Iranian military sites and Iran firing at Gulf states and Jordan. The U.S. disabled an oil tanker to block Iranian ports, and Iran claimed the Strait of Hormuz was closed, though this was disputed. Negotiations to end the conflict remain stalled.

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps claims to have hit 18 targets at US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. The Strait of Hormuz has been closed as a result.

The United States military is striking multiple targets in Iran, escalating tensions between the two nations. Iran responded to a second day of US strikes by firing at Gulf states and Jordan.

The United States military is striking 'multiple targets' in Iran, escalating tensions between the two nations. Iran responded to a second day of US strikes by firing at Gulf states and Jordan.

Iran is firing at Gulf states and Jordan in response to a second day of US strikes. The United States military is striking 'multiple targets' in Iran, escalating tensions between the two nations.

Iran is firing at Gulf states and Jordan in response to a second day of US military strikes. The United States military is striking 'multiple targets' in Iran, escalating tensions between the two nations.

The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes for a second day, with the U.S. targeting Iranian military sites and Iran firing at Gulf states and Jordan. The conflict escalated tensions over the Strait of Hormuz closure and stalled negotiations, while an attack on an oil tanker killed three Indian mariners.

The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes for a second day, escalating tensions in the Middle East and pushing the region closer to full-scale war. Iran claimed to close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy supply route, while the U.S. targeted Iranian military sites. Attacks also affected Gulf states and Jordan, with casualties reported among Indian mariners from a U.S. strike on an oil tanker.

The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes for a second day, escalating tensions in the Middle East. Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global energy supplies, while a U.S. attack on an oil tanker killed three Indian mariners. Both sides targeted military sites, with Iran firing at Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan.

The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes for a second day, with the U.S. targeting Iranian military sites and Iran retaliating against Gulf states and Jordan. An Indian official reported three mariners killed in a U.S. attack on an oil tanker, while Iran claimed to have closed the Strait of Hormuz, though the U.S. disputes this. Negotiations to end the conflict remain stalled.

The United States conducted a second day of airstrikes on Iran, targeting military infrastructure, while Iran retaliated with missile attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. The conflict has caused civilian injuries and infrastructure damage, with efforts to negotiate a ceasefire stalled over Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz.