August 31, 2026 7:36 PM

UAE condemns Iranian attacks as a drone is intercepted in UAE territorial waters

The United Arab Emirates has condemned an Iranian attack involving a drone that was intercepted by air defence systems over UAE territorial waters. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said that these hostile attacks constitute a dangerous escalation, an unacceptable act of aggression, and a direct threat to the UAE’s security, stability, and territorial integrity, in violation of the principles of international law and the Charter of the United Nations. The UAE underlined ...

June 10, 2026 5:24 PM

Trump says Iran will ‘have to pay the price’ after tit-for-tat strikes

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday Iran had taken too long to negotiate a deal and would now "have to pay the price," while Tehran said it would reassess diplomatic engagement with Washington after tit-for-tat strikes overnight. Iran launched missile and drone attacks on U.S. bases in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain in retaliation for American strikes on Iranian targets around the Strait of Hormuz. The exchange of fire, which came after Trump said Iran had downed a U.S. Apache helicopter...

April 22, 2026 10:01 PM

India among 12 countries selected for FIFA Women’s Development Programme

India, on Wednesday, became one of the 12 countries selected by FIFA for the FIFA Women’s Development Programme (Commercial Strategy 2026). The other countries include Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Scotland, Canada, Mexico, Finland, Ghana, Jordan, Lithuania, and Paraguay. India’s inclusion in the programme was confirmed by FIFA after an initial application by AIFF, which was followed by a detailed presentation of the commercial strategy and future plans. The programme will be held onlin...

March 19, 2026 8:29 PM

PM Conveys Eid Greetings to Jordan King, Calls for Peace in West Asia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a telephonic conversation with King Abdullah II of Jordan, during which the two leaders exchanged advance Eid greetings and discussed the evolving security situation in West Asia. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said he conveyed advance Eid wishes to King Abdullah II and discussed the situation in West Asia, underlining the importance of dialogue and diplomacy. He reiterated that attacks on energy infrastructure are condemnable and appreciated Jo...

March 2, 2026 10:55 PM

PM Modi speaks to Jordan’s King Abdullah II on West Asia crisis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a telephone conversation with King Abdullah II of Jordan, expressing India's deep concern over the rapidly deteriorating situation in West Asia. The call came amid escalating military confrontations involving the US, Israel and Iran, which have reportedly drawn in several neighbouring countries through retaliatory strikes and missile attacks. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said he had spoken with the King of Jordan to convey India's concern over ...

December 16, 2025 5:05 PM

India-Jordan issue joint statement as PM Modi’s Amman visit marks 75 years of ties, sets roadmap for deeper cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan during December 15-16 marked a significant milestone in India-Jordan relations, as the two countries celebrated the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties. The visit, undertaken at the invitation of King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, reaffirmed the commitment of both sides to deepen cooperation across political, economic, technological and cultural domains. During bilateral and expanded talks held in Amman...

December 16, 2025 4:04 PM

Prime Minister concludes Jordan visit with call to double bilateral trade to $5 billion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day visit to Jordan on Tuesday after holding extensive talks with King Abdullah II and addressing a high-profile business forum that brought together industry leaders from both nations. The visit, which marks India's first full bilateral engagement with Jordan and comes as the two countries prepare to celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations, saw the finalization of multiple agreements and a shared vision for enhanced economic cooperation. During...

December 16, 2025 3:50 PM

PM Modi concludes landmark Jordan visit; India signs five MoUs with Amman

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday concluded his landmark visit to Jordan, during which the two countries signed five Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to deepen cooperation across key sectors, and departed for Ethiopia on the second leg of his three-nation tour. In a special gesture reflecting close bilateral ties, Jordan’s Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II personally saw off the Prime Minister at the airport in Amman. According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the MoUs were ...

December 16, 2025 2:15 PM

PM Modi, King Abdullah II call for stronger ties at India-Jordan Business Forum

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Jordan’s King Abdullah II on Tuesday addressed the India-Jordan Business Forum in Amman, calling for stronger business-to-business engagement and greater economic cooperation between the two countries. The forum was attended by Crown Prince and Jordan’s Minister of Trade and Industry and Minister of Investment Hussein, along with business leaders from both sides. Both leaders underlined the need to convert existing potential into tangible economic growth and...

December 15, 2025 5:13 PM

PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome on his arrival in Amman on landmark Jordan visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Amman on Monday, marking the beginning of his three-nation tour of Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman. In a special gesture reflecting the close ties between the two countries, he was warmly received at the airport by Jordan’s Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, and accorded a ceremonial welcome. The full-fledged bilateral visit to Jordan by an Indian Prime Minister comes after a gap of 37 years, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic r...