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Arab News
2 days ago
- Arab News
Jordanian authorities arrest three individuals attempting to enter country
LONDON: Jordanian authorities announced that they thwarted an infiltration attempt on Thursday along the country's extensive borders. The Northern Military Zone, which is responsible for monitoring the borders with Syria and Israel, announced on Thursday that three individuals were detected attempting to cross the border illegally before being arrested. They have been handed over to the relevant authorities for further investigation. The Jordanian Armed Forces announced its commitment to preventing all forms of infiltration and smuggling, ensuring the security and stability of the Kingdom, according to the Petra news agency. Jordan shares a border of 482 km with Israel and a border of 375 km with Syria. The country has consistently faced challenges related to illegal infiltration and smuggling, particularly of narcotics, using both traditional methods and new techniques, such as drones. Last week, the Northern Military Zone thwarted an infiltration attempt by four individuals who were attempting to illegally cross the border into Jordan from the north.
Jordan Times
18-05-2025
- Jordan Times
Army foils two infiltration attempts along northern border
AMMAN — Personnel from the Northern Military Zone on Tuesday thwarted two separate infiltration attempts along Jordan's northern border, according to a senior military source at the General Command of the Jordan Armed Forces–Arab Army (JAF). In the first incident, an individual attempted to illegally cross the border through one of the Kingdom's official border crossings. The source said the person was apprehended after the rules of engagement were applied and was subsequently handed over to the relevant authorities. In a separate operation, two boats originating from Syrian territory attempted to cross into Jordan via the Wihdeh Dam. One boat was intercepted, and one person onboard was detained, while the second vessel retreated back into Syrian waters, the source added. The JAF reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the Kingdom's borders, stressing that all available resources are being deployed to prevent infiltration and smuggling and to uphold Jordan's security and stability.
