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Jordan News
7 days ago
- Politics
- Jordan News
Jordan's 79th Independence Day: A Celebration of Restoring the Jordanian National Identity - Jordan News
I deliberately delayed writing about Jordan's 79th Independence Day celebrations, choosing instead to observe how Jordanians truly engaged with this national occasion. From the streets and public squares to universities, institutions, and social media platforms, the atmosphere deserved careful reflection—far from the routine phrases and clichés that often accompany such commemorations. اضافة اعلان Observers across journalism, politics, and public opinion agree: this year's celebrations were extraordinary—both in quantity and quality. The energy was electric, the participation massive. It felt less like a traditional holiday and more like a live reenactment of that pivotal moment in 1946 when Jordan declared its independence. The people didn't simply mark a date; they embraced a moment of national affirmation. Whether the result of top-level planning or grassroots momentum, the celebration struck a deep emotional chord with Jordanians. The spontaneous joy, children donning traditional dress, flags fluttering from balconies and cars, and patriotic chants echoed across neighborhoods—all painted a picture of a people proudly reclaiming their national spirit. What stood out this year wasn't just a commemoration of independence—it was the recovery of a national identity some had tried to dilute. Certain toxic narratives had attempted to weaken Jordanians' sense of belonging, but this year's celebration was a collective declaration: our identity is not up for debate. It was as though Jordanians were reclaiming their voice, their pride, and their legacy from those who sought to erase it under the guise of false narratives and borrowed ideologies. Jordanian institutions—security, media, and cultural—have played a vital role in revealing and countering efforts to disrupt the national fabric. Jordanians now see things clearly, through their own eyes—not through filtered lenses. And so, when they celebrated, they celebrated with awareness first, and independence second. They celebrated a country that stood firm in a turbulent region, led by a leadership that has skillfully navigated countless challenges. Today, in this age of heightened national consciousness, Jordanians no longer pay attention to those who question their right to rejoice. Those voices—often loyal to foreign agendas—have been exposed. Jordanians see through the contradiction: those who attack national pride are often the loudest in celebrating foreign causes, even those openly hostile to Jordan. This duplicity no longer deceives the Jordanian citizen, who now proudly embraces his identity, his heritage, and his flag. This Independence Day was not just a celebration of sovereignty—it was a celebration of clarity, resilience, and self-worth. So rejoice, Jordanians—rejoice with pride and without restraint. No one deserves joy more than you. You have protected this nation with consciousness and loyalty. You didn't inherit a ready-made country; you built it, protected it, and carried it forward through hardship and hope. Raise your flags high, sing for your homeland, and cherish your leadership. You've earned this joy—and may your days be filled with celebration, always.
Ammon
7 days ago
- Politics
- Ammon
King attends ceremony marking 79th Independence Day (photos)
Ammon News - His Majesty King Abdullah II, accompanied by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, attended the ceremony to mark Jordan's 79th Independence Day, held on Sunday at Al Husseiniya Palace. During the ceremony, attended by His Royal Highness Prince Hashem bin Abdullah II, heads of authorities delivered speeches expressing deep pride in Jordan and highlighting the significance of the occasion, which serves to reaffirm Jordanians' devotion to their homeland, and their determination to support its continued advancement under the Hashemite leadership. The prime minister, Senate president, House of Representatives speaker, and president of the Judicial Council expressed pride in the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army and security agencies for their role in safeguarding the Kingdom. They also emphasised Jordanians' steadfast support for the Hashemite leadership in defending Arab causes, and supporting Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, as well as safeguarding Muslim and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem. Royal family members, senior officials and officers, members of the diplomatic corps, and representatives of political parties, civil society organisations, and professional associations attended the ceremony.
Saraha News
08-05-2025
- Business
- Saraha News
Zain starts its Independence Day Celebrations by Changing the Network Name to 'J079
Amman, May 8, 2025 – In celebration of the 79th anniversary of the Independence of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan – a national occasion held beloved by all Jordanians – Zain Jordan announced today that it has changed its network name to 'J079' on subscribers' mobile devices. This symbolic initiative reflects the company's pride in the nation and loyalty to its Hashemite leadership. This change carries a renewed sense of belonging and patriotism, combining Zain's iconic network prefix '079'- a number that has become a core part of Jordanians' digital identity and synonymous with Zain for decades – with the number '79,' commemorating the independence journey. The result is a unified name that celebrates Jordan, honors its rich history, and pays tribute to its ongoing path of progress and development. It serves as a heartfelt message of love for the homeland and deep appreciation for its leadership. Zain's network name change marks the beginning of a series of initiatives and activities that Zain usually launches each year to celebrate Independence Day. These efforts reflect Zain's commitment to sharing in Jordanians' joy and pride on this valued national occasion – one that stands as a symbol of dignity and resilience in the history of Jordan
Ammon
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Ammon
99% of Jordanians trust Arab Army, Intelligence Department
Ammon News - The results of a survey conducted by the Center for Strategic Studies at the University of Jordan on Dr. Jafar Hassan's government, 200 days after its formation, showed a rise in Jordanians' confidence in security agencies and state confidence in the Arab Army reached 99%, the Public Security Directorate 89%, the General Intelligence Department 99%, and the Civil Defense Department 99%.
The Guardian
23-04-2025
- Politics
- The Guardian
Jordan shuts local branch of Muslim Brotherhood after arrests
Jordan's interior ministry announced on Wednesday that it was shutting down the Jordanian branch of the Muslim Brotherhood, and banned promoting the 'ideology' or being a member of the Islamist political group. The ban came a week after Jordan said they had arrested 16 members of the Muslim Brotherhood they accused of threatening national security by training militants, making explosives and plotting to strike targets in Jordan with rockets and drones. The Muslim Brotherhood denied any involvement with the alleged attack. Interior minister Mazen Farraya connected the banning of the Muslim Brotherhood with the alleged plot, saying members of the group attempted to 'smuggle and destroy large quantities of documents from its headquarters' on the same night that authorities carried out arrests. Farraya said that the Muslim Brotherhood had been 'working in secret and undertaking activities that threatened to undermine stability, security and national unity.'. The Muslim Brotherhood is a political Islamist group founded in Cairo in 1928 which has branches across the Middle East, including in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and Palestine. Jordan's move to ban the Jordanian branch of the Muslim Brotherhood comes after years of a steadily tightening a crackdown on the group. The group, the political wing of which the Islamic Action Front (IAF) won 31 out of 138 parliamentary seats in elections last September, is the largest and most popular opposition organisation in Jordan. The group has criticised the Jordanian government's 1994 peace treaty with Israel, which is largely unpopular among the country's population, the majority of which are of Palestinian descent. The group also took an active role in demonstrations in Amman, Jordan's capital, which saw thousands come out in protest against the war in Gaza over the months following 7 October 2023. Last year, Human Rights Watch criticised Jordanian authorities for arresting and harassing 'scores of Jordanians' who participated in the pro-Palestine protests or posted online in support of them. Jordan's government has been outspoken against the Israeli war in Gaza, expelling the country's ambassador from Jordan and consistently calling for an end to the humanitarian siege on the territory. Protesters, however, have called for the government to scrap the peace treaty between the two countries, cancel an unpopular gas deal end all exports to Israel. The Muslim Brotherhood and its ally in Gaza, Hamas, has experienced a surge in popularity among Jordanians since the start of Israel's war in Gaza. Jordan expelled Hamas's leadership and shut its offices in 1999 and views the growing popularity among its own population for the Islamist group warily. Authorities searched the headquarters and branches of the IAF across the country on Wednesday. A week earlier authorities arrested Khaled al-Johani, the office director of the IAF. Despite the ban of the Muslim Brotherhood, the IAF's work would continue, Wael Sakka, the party's general secretary told the Guardian. 'Our party has no organisational link with any other entity and we are in compliance with the provisions of the constitution, the political parties law and Jordanian law,' Sakka said. Jordan's interior minister said in a statement that the government was committed to guaranteeing freedom of expression and political activity in accordance with relevant laws. The country's cybercrime unit later said that publishing anything on social media relating to the Muslim Brotherhood would be met with legal action. Rights groups have warned of a steady erosion of civic space in Jordan in recent years, with rights monitor Freedom House downgrading the country from 'Partially Free' to 'Not Free' in 2021 due to its crackdown on civil society. A passing of a new cybercrime law in 2023 which criminalised speech 'which undermined national unity', among other things, on social media platforms also drew outrage from human rights groups.
