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Roya News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Roya News
Jordanian army downs 310 drug-laden drones in 6 months amid rising smuggling attempts
The Jordanian Armed Forces have shot down 310 drug-laden drones in the past 197 days, reflecting 'sustained high efficiency in combating intensive smuggling operations,' according to security expert and Senator Ammar Al-Qudah. In statements to Roya, Al-Qudah noted that these activities are carried out by gangs exploiting political instability in the region, particularly tensions in Syria's Sweida province. Al-Qudah explained that drug trafficking gangs operating across the Jordanian border benefit from the 'security vacuum' in southeastern Syria, especially in the southeastern rural areas of Sweida. The smuggling of Captagon pills and hashish is a primary activity for these networks. He also highlighted that smuggled drugs vary from traditional substances like Captagon to new and dangerous narcotics such as crystal meth, which is considered highly perilous due to its strong impact on criminal behavior. Al-Qudah added that these gangs simultaneously attempt to exploit neighboring Iraqi territories to smuggle other substances, including locally manufactured drugs like "green drug," which was previously imported from Iran. Evolving Smuggling Tactics Al-Qudah also addressed the evolution of smuggling methods. He explained that gangs, which previously relied on individuals carrying large quantities of drugs on their backs, failed to breach Jordanian borders due to stringent security monitoring by the army. As a result, these gangs have resorted to more advanced technologies, such as remotely controlled drones, which are particularly active in the southwestern Negev region.
Roya News
29-06-2025
- Roya News
Saudi Arabia to ease land border return for Jordanians from Gulf states
Jordan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates has been closely monitoring feedback from Jordanian citizens living in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries regarding the facilitation of their land return to Jordan through Saudi Arabia for summer vacations. The ministry's spokesperson, Ambassador Dr. Sufyan Al-Qudah, confirmed that Jordan contacted the relevant Saudi authorities, who promptly responded. Starting this morning, Saudi Arabia began issuing electronic transit visas to Jordanians through its dedicated online platform. Ambassador Al-Qudah expressed Jordan's sincere gratitude to Saudi Arabia for its swift cooperation. He added that Saudi authorities will also issue similar electronic transit visas to Jordanians returning to Gulf states after their holidays, using the same online system.
Roya News
22-06-2025
- Politics
- Roya News
Jordan warns of catastrophic fallout as regional tensions spiral
Jordan has issued a strong warning about the catastrophic consequences of the severe escalation currently unfolding in the region. In an official statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates called for unified efforts to immediately end the escalation and to protect the region as well as international peace and security from sliding further into conflict and war. The ministry expressed deep concern over the recent targeting of Iranian nuclear facilities and urged an immediate halt to hostilities. It called for a return to negotiations aimed at reaching a political solution to the Iranian nuclear issue. Dr. Sufian Al-Qudah, the ministry's spokesperson, condemned the ongoing escalation in the region and emphasized the importance of respecting international law, the UN Charter, and the sovereignty of states. Al-Qudah stressed the urgent need for the international community to act decisively to halt the dangerous deterioration threatening regional security and stability. He called for effective political pathways to resolve all crises in the region, based on international law and relevant UN resolutions, in a manner that respects the rights of peoples and the sovereignty of nations.
Jordan News
15-06-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Al-Qudah: Promising Opportunities to Increase Jordanian Exports Across Sectors - Jordan News
Minister of Industry, Trade, and Supply, Eng. Yarub Al-Qudah, affirmed that there are promising opportunities to boost Jordanian exports across various sectors to several countries, noting that Jordan possesses multiple competitive advantages that qualify its industrial products to enter new markets and strengthen their presence in traditional ones. اضافة اعلان During a meeting on Saturday with the boards of Jordan's industrial chambers to discuss issues affecting Jordanian exports in certain markets, Al-Qudah noted that Jordanian exports saw a significant increase in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. He emphasized that the government has issued several decisions aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of Jordanian industry. He also highlighted ongoing coordination with the industrial sector to resolve any obstacles facing Jordanian products abroad, through follow-ups with the relevant authorities in those countries and taking necessary actions. For his part, Eng. Fathi Al-Jaghbir, President of the Jordan and Amman Chambers of Industry, praised the Ministry's active engagement with industry chambers and private sector representatives to address challenges hindering production and improve the competitiveness of the industrial sector in local and export markets. Al-Jaghbir added that it was agreed during the meeting to hold regular coordination meetings between the Minister of Industry and other relevant ministers with representatives of the industrial sector to address pressing issues. He emphasized that increasing Jordan's exports would help alleviate poverty and unemployment by creating more job opportunities for Jordanians.
Saba Yemen
02-06-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Jordanian Foreign Ministry condemns Zionist Settlers' storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque
Amman – SABA: The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Zionist settlers, along with the provocative and unacceptable practices that accompanied it, which aim to desecrate the mosque. The ministry described these actions as a blatant violation of international law and the established historical and legal status of Jerusalem and its holy sites. The ministry's spokesperson, Sufyan Al-Qudah, affirmed Jordan's absolute rejection and strong condemnation of the repeated incursions into Al-Aqsa Mosque by extremist Zionist settlers. He described the act as a provocative and inciting attempt to impose new facts on the ground by dividing the mosque temporally and spatially. He warned of the grave consequences of these continued violations and desecration attempts, which he said would not be possible without the facilitation and protection of the extremist settlers by the occupying Israeli police. He demanded that 'Israel' immediately cease all irresponsible practices and end them without delay. Al-Qudah stressed that Al-Aqsa Mosque is a place of worship exclusively for Muslims and reaffirmed that the Jordanian Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs' Jerusalem Waqf Department is the sole legal authority responsible for managing the mosque's affairs and regulating access to it. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (International)
