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Jordan
MediaBias News has published 8 stories involving Jordan, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
- Conflict & Security · Middle East
Israel warns citizens abroad of heightened terror threats for Oct. 7 anniversary
Israel's National Security Council has issued a warning to its citizens and Jews abroad about increased terror threats ahead of the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks. The council advised specific precautions and highlighted certain countries as high-risk destinations.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41 
Conflict & Security · Middle EastHacker linked to FBI data theft detained in Jordan
A key member of the hacking group ShinyHunters, which claims to have stolen data on every FBI employee, has been detained in Jordan. Sources indicate the individual is cooperating with the FBI to identify other hackers.
Middle East2 min readTrust 31 · Craft 95 · Hype 15
Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran attacks Jordan and UAE; US strikes Larak Island
Iran launched attacks targeting Jordan and the United Arab Emirates, prompting condemnation from the Arab Parliament. The United States struck Iran's Larak Island, with Iran subsequently announcing retaliatory strikes against sites housing US forces in Jordan and the UAE.
Middle East2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump vows US retaliation after Iran attacks bases
Donald Trump has stated the US will respond forcefully to Iranian attacks on American bases in Jordan and the UAE. The exchange of fire follows a US strike on Iran's Larak Island, with both sides issuing threats of further action.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS Forces Attack Iran, Iran Strikes Jordan Bases
US forces attacked targets in Iran, which CENTCOM described as limited measures against mine-laying units. Iran responded with strikes on two US bases in Jordan, which Jordanian authorities said were intercepted. This marks the first direct military exchange between the two nations in weeks.
Middle East4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 50 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump Claims Kharg Island 'Blown to Smithereens' Amid US-Iran Exchange
US President Donald Trump posted on social media that Iran's Kharg Island was being 'blown to smithereens'. This followed a US strike on Iranian rocket launchers in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran claimed to have launched ballistic missiles at US bases in Jordan, which Jordanian air defences intercepted.
Middle East2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 68
Conflict & Security · Middle EastSyrian FM and Mossad Chief Met in Jordan to De-escalate Tensions
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and Mossad chief Roman Gofman met in Jordan to de-escalate tensions following recent Israeli strikes on Syria. Discussions focused on halting attacks and rebuilding Syria's army, with Syria reiterating its claim to the Golan Heights.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · Middle EastEight Muslim-majority states condemn Israel over rejected Gaza peace plan
The foreign ministers of eight Muslim-majority countries issued a joint statement on 16 August 2026 condemning Israel’s rejection of US President Donald Trump’s 15-point plan for Gaza. Israel insists no military pullout will occur until Hamas is fully disarmed, while the signatories say the refusal undermines peace efforts.
Middle East4 min readTrust 78 · Craft 95 · Hype 28
