Open ArticleJordanian judo athlete refuses to fight Israeli at major tournamentBy TANSSportsBaker al-Zidaneen refused to face off against Sagi Muki last week at the Budapest 2018 Grand Prix in the under 81kg category, Zidaneen's brother Bilal told The New Arab's Arabic-language service.
Open ArticleJordan Prime Minister resigns amid anti-austerity protestsBy TANSWest AsiaJordanian Prime Minister Hani Mulki resigned on Monday after he was summoned by King Abdullah II over growing protests against his government's austerity measures, a government.
Open ArticleJordan’s protesters are young and wary of their cause being hijackedBy TANSWest AsiaJordanians involved in the anti-government protests in opposition to the draft income tax law appear to be well-organized, mature in their approach and focused on specific goals.
Open ArticleJordan King arrives in India; talks on regional and defense on the cardsBy TANSSouth AsiaJordanian King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein will arrive on a three-day visit to India today. The King will be accompanied by a business delegation during the visit, scheduled from February 27 to March 1.