AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAl-Aqsa Tensions: Israel’s far-right national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir joined thousands of Jewish extremists in storming Jerusalem’s al-Aqsa compound on Tisha B’Av, despite the long-standing “status quo” that bars non-Muslim prayer—prompting sharp condemnation from Jordan and the Arab League. Jordan Air Defences: Jordan reported intercepting 4 Iranian missiles and 6 drones targeting the kingdom, with three missiles shot down and the rest falling in remote areas; no casualties or damage were reported. Iran-US Escalation: The US said it carried out a 12th straight night of strikes on Iranian military targets as Iran and its allies claimed attacks on US assets across the region, including in Jordan and Kuwait. Red Sea Shock: Oil prices jumped back above $100 a barrel after Houthi attacks on Saudi tankers disrupted shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb, with Trump warning of “major military punishment” for Iran if attacks continue. Local Governance & Economy: The Jordanian Senate approved 2026 amendments to the Universities Law, including unified criteria for boards of trustees and performance indicators. Public Services: Amman Vision expanded waste management coverage to Shafa Badran and Al-Yarmouk to improve sanitation response times.
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