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Arab News
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Jordanian Armed Forces' Piercing Star exercise improves skills in eastern region
LONDON: Maj. Gen. Yousef Ahmed Al-Huneiti, the chairman of the Jordanian Joint Chiefs of Staff, oversaw a tactical exercise on Sunday as part of military drills by the Princess Basma 3rd Mechanized Infantry Battalion. The Piercing Star drill was designed to improve personnel's skills and capabilities in various field conditions, the Jordan News Agency reported. It involved the acquisition and neutralization of targets, medical evacuation procedures, and the use of unmanned aerial systems for reconnaissance and the destruction of high-value targets, Petra added. Princess Basma Battalion is a subordinate unit of the Eastern Military Region, comprising units from the cities of Ar-Ramtha and Mafraq near the Iraqi and Syrian borders. It employed small arms, crew-served weapons, sniper fire, mortar, anti-armor ordnance, and close air support from the Royal Jordanian Air Force during the drill. Al-Huneiti received a briefing from the regional commander and the battalion commander regarding the military exercise, which was also attended by the assistant for operations and training in the armed forces.
Jordan News
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Jordanian Civil Defense Controls Forest Fires in Syria with Ground, Air Coordination - Jordan News
Jordanian Civil Defense firefighting teams deployed in Syria have successfully contained forest fires within their designated areas of responsibility, following intensive operations coordinated with the Royal Jordanian Air Force. اضافة اعلان The Civil Defense teams executed a systematic ground response strategy, supported by aerial interventions from Royal Jordanian Air Force pilots. Their operational plan focused first on containing fire spread to new areas, followed by suppression and cooling measures to prevent flare-ups, while swiftly addressing smaller fires reignited by strong winds. Among the main challenges encountered, Commander of the Jordanian Civil Defense mission in Syria, Lieutenant Colonel Muhannad Ajrami, cited difficult terrain, high wind speeds, and the presence of unexploded ordnance. He noted that these obstacles were mitigated through the expertise of specialized Jordanian teams with extensive field experience, who also shared their knowledge with other participating forces as part of what he described as Jordan's humanitarian commitment toward the Syrian people. The Jordanian teams are operating alongside the Syrian Civil Defense and firefighting contingents from other friendly nations. Ajrami underscored the critical role played by Royal Jordanian Air Force pilots in harmonized coordination with ground operations to ensure effective fire suppression. He affirmed the high morale and well-being of the deployed personnel, expressing gratitude for the ongoing support and attention from His Majesty King Abdullah II and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah. Ajrami noted that recent remarks by Crown Prince Al Hussein on his personal social media account had a significant motivational impact on the officers and non-commissioned officers involved, reinforcing their determination to continue their humanitarian mission. He also conveyed appreciation to Jordanians for their supportive messages and expressions of national solidarity, reflecting a strong spirit of unity and backing for the humanitarian efforts of the Civil Defense teams.
Ammon
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Ammon
Jordanian Civil Defense controls forest fires in Syria
Ammon News - Jordanian Civil Defense firefighting teams deployed in Syria have successfully contained forest fires within their designated areas of responsibility, following intensive operations coordinated with the Royal Jordanian Air Force. The Civil Defense teams executed a systematic ground response strategy, supported by aerial interventions from Royal Jordanian Air Force pilots. Their operational plan focused first on containing fire spread to new areas, followed by suppression and cooling measures to prevent flare-ups, while swiftly addressing smaller fires reignited by strong winds. Among the main challenges encountered, Commander of the Jordanian Civil Defense mission in Syria, Lieutenant Colonel Muhannad Ajrami, cited difficult terrain, high wind speeds, and the presence of unexploded ordnance. He noted that these obstacles were mitigated through the expertise of specialized Jordanian teams with extensive field experience, who also shared their knowledge with other participating forces as part of what he described as Jordan's humanitarian commitment toward the Syrian people. The Jordanian teams are operating alongside the Syrian Civil Defense and firefighting contingents from other friendly nations. Ajrami underscored the critical role played by Royal Jordanian Air Force pilots in harmonized coordination with ground operations to ensure effective fire suppression. He affirmed the high morale and well-being of the deployed personnel, expressing gratitude for the ongoing support and attention from His Majesty King Abdullah II and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah. Ajrami noted that recent remarks by Crown Prince Al Hussein on his personal social media account had a significant motivational impact on the officers and non-commissioned officers involved, reinforcing their determination to continue their humanitarian mission. He also conveyed appreciation to Jordanians for their supportive messages and expressions of national solidarity, reflecting a strong spirit of unity and backing for the humanitarian efforts of the Civil Defense teams. Petra
Jordan News
08-07-2025
- General
- Jordan News
Royal Jordanian Air Force Continues Firefighting Operations in Syria - Jordan News
Royal Jordanian Air Force Continues Firefighting Operations in Syria Royal Jordanian Air Force aircraft are continuing intensive firefighting operations in Syria as wildfires persist across several areas for the seventh consecutive day. اضافة اعلان Operating in coordination with Syrian civil defense teams, the Jordanian air force has deployed two Black Hawk helicopters to assist in containing the fires, which have spread rapidly through forested and mountainous regions. The mission aims to prevent the further expansion of the blaze and to mitigate its impact on local communities and ecosystems. The deployment is part of Jordan's broader humanitarian support to Syria, as the country grapples with an escalating environmental and humanitarian crisis. According to official sources, the wildfires have proven difficult to contain due to rugged terrain, dense vegetation, and the presence of unexploded ordnance and landmines of previous conflicts. High winds have further complicated response efforts. Despite these challenges, both ground and aerial firefighting units continue to operate around the clock in an effort to protect lives, property, and natural reserves.
Roya News
08-07-2025
- Climate
- Roya News
Jordan Air Force continues aiding Syria in firefighting efforts
Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) aircraft continued their active participation today, Tuesday, in operations to extinguish wildfires raging across several areas in Syrian territory. Working intensively alongside Syrian civil defense teams, two Black Hawk helicopters are deployed to control the blazes threatening forests and wooded areas – a statement by the JAF said. The RJAF's involvement is aimed at providing support and assistance to Syria, the statement added, in confronting the environmental and humanitarian disaster caused by the fires, which have been burning for approximately a week. Firefighting operations face significant challenges due to the widespread nature of the blazes in forests and rugged terrain. Complicating efforts further are explosions from war remnants and landmines, as well as high winds.
