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Jordan News
6 hours ago
- Business
- Jordan News
21-Carat Gold Priced at 68.6 Dinars in Local Market - Jordan News
21-Carat Gold Priced at 68.6 Dinars in Local Market The selling price of 21-carat gold—the most popular among citizens in the local market—reached 68.60 Jordanian dinars per gram on Tuesday morning, while the buying price stood at 66.40 dinars. اضافة اعلان According to the daily bulletin issued by the General Syndicate of Owners of Jewelry and Goldsmith Shops, the selling prices per gram for other gold purities were as follows: 24-carat: 78.60 dinars 18-carat: 61.00 dinars 14-carat: 46.30 dinars — (Petra News Agency)
Jordan News
7 hours ago
- Business
- Jordan News
Suspension of Live Sheep Import Licenses from Syria - Jordan News
Suspension of Live Sheep Import Licenses from Syria Minister of Agriculture, Eng. Khaled Hneifat, announced the suspension of issuing licenses for importing live sheep from the Syrian Arab Republic as of the beginning of July. The move aims to protect local producers and support Jordanian livestock breeders. اضافة اعلان Hneifat explained that the decision aligns with the Ministry's policy to restore balance to the local market, particularly given the abundance of domestic sheep production during this period. He noted that the suspension is temporary and is intended to give room for marketing local products. He affirmed that the Ministry is closely monitoring market activity and is implementing flexible, well-studied measures to ensure price stability, food security, and balance between supply and demand. He stressed the Ministry's commitment to supporting the agricultural and livestock production chain through an integrated vision that ensures the sustainability of this vital sector. The Minister emphasized that the Ministry will not hesitate to take additional actions in the interest of local breeders, while fully adhering to health and veterinary standards related to livestock. He also called on all relevant parties to cooperate in implementing the decision in a way that serves the public interest. This decision comes at a time when the agricultural sector is receiving increased attention from the government, as part of its plans and policies aimed at enhancing national production, achieving self-sufficiency, and providing economic opportunities for rural communities and livestock breeders across the Kingdom. — (Petra News Agency)
Jordan News
11 hours ago
- Climate
- Jordan News
Hot and Dry Weather Across Most Regions Until Friday - Jordan News
The Kingdom is affected today, Tuesday, by a hot and dry air mass, leading to a rise in temperatures, which will be (3–4) degrees Celsius above the seasonal average for this time of year. The weather will be hot in most regions of the Kingdom and very hot in the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba. Winds will be northwesterly and moderate in speed overall, occasionally becoming active, especially in the desert areas. اضافة اعلان According to the Jordan Meteorological Department, the Kingdom will remain under the influence of the hot and dry air mass on Wednesday. The weather will continue to be hot in most areas and very hot in the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba. Winds will be northwesterly and moderate in general, occasionally becoming active, particularly in desert regions where they may raise dust. The hot conditions will persist on Thursday and Friday, with most areas experiencing hot weather and very hot conditions in the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba. Winds will remain northwesterly and moderate in general, becoming occasionally active, especially in desert areas, and may stir up dust in those regions. Today, the high and low temperatures are expected to range between: East Amman: 37°C / 25°C West Amman: 35°C / 23°C Northern Highlands: 31°C / 19°C Sharah Highlands: 32°C / 19°C Desert areas: 40°C / 23°C Plains: 36°C / 24°C Northern Jordan Valley: 42°C / 28°C Southern Jordan Valley: 44°C / 30°C Dead Sea: 43°C / 28°C Gulf of Aqaba: 43°C / 29°C — (Petra News Agency)
Jordan News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Jordan News
Amman Summer Festival Concludes Amid Large Public Turnout - Jordan News
Amman Summer Festival Concludes Amid Large Public Turnout The curtain fell on the 17th edition of the Amman Summer Festival 2025 this Friday evening, which was organized by the Greater Amman Municipality free of charge over the course of eight days at Al-Hussein Gardens, drawing a remarkable public turnout. اضافة اعلان The final evening kicked off with traditional dabkeh dances and folkloric performances inspired by Jordanian heritage, presented by the Zaha Cultural Center troupe, adding a festive atmosphere to the event. Meanwhile, the handicrafts and heritage bazaars continued to welcome visitors as part of the municipality's initiative to support local products and promote the participation of productive families. Artists Nidaa Sharara and Mahmoud Al-Khayyat lit up the stage, performing a selection of patriotic and classic songs that brought excitement and energy to the evening. In the children's area, the play "The Children's Box" was performed, accompanied by various interactive games and entertainment activities such as face painting, gift distribution, and prize giveaways. It is worth noting that the festival, held annually by the municipality, aims to stimulate tourism, provide an additional attraction for visitors in Amman, offer a family-friendly environment for both residents and tourists, and promote the values of good citizenship by delivering positive and educational messages through a variety of entertaining performances. — (Petra News Agency)
Jordan News
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Jordan's Interior Minister Checks on Firefighting Efforts in Syria - Jordan News
Jordan's Interior Minister Checks on Firefighting Efforts in Syria Jordanian Minister of Interior, Mazen Al-Faraya, held a phone call with his Syrian counterpart, Minister of Interior Anas Khattab, during which he inquired about the firefighting efforts in Syria's Latakia Governorate, the outcomes of those efforts, the impact of the fires, and the extent of the resulting damage. اضافة اعلان For his part, the Syrian Interior Minister expressed appreciation for Jordan's support and solidarity with the Syrian people during this crisis, commending the role of the Jordanian Civil Defense and its personnel for their effective and efficient assistance in extinguishing the fires. In a related development, Minister Al-Faraya extended an invitation to his Syrian counterpart to visit the Kingdom later this month. – (Petra News Agency)
