Jordanian volunteers in Syria come from diverse ideological backgrounds that do not necessarily align with the groups they join.
Five years ago Syria’s uprising began and the ensuing war forced millions to flee to neighboring Jordan, a land whose present holds some lessons for Europe’s future.
Until the war ends and concerted international efforts to rebuild Syria and Iraq are implemented, the root causes of mass displacement will remain.
The permanence of the Zaatari Syrian refugee camp in Jordan is not accepted by all, but is a truth that is transforming lives and attitudes inside the informal city.
Iran does not have influence over the region’s various Shia actors by default, but is helped by the way the Arab world regimes have historically treated Shia actors in the region.
To mark the fourth anniversary of the uprising, the people of Syria tell their stories.
Try as we might, the question of Mr. Assad’s fate will not go away: all roads stubbornly lead back to Damascus.
The murder by IS of Lt Muath Kasasbeh has caused outrage everywhere, especially in his home country, Jordan, which wants a price paid in blood.
On life in prison generally, the most common complaints across five countries were about hygiene and space.
Efforts at the economic empowerment of women in Jordan are missing the point - there are political and social issues that need to be addressed first.
Islamic State has already taken over significant areas of Iraq and Syria. Jordan abuts both—and could be the next target.
Christian families who have the means have managed to escape the Islamic State in Mosul for Jordan, which has provided a transit point, but where to next for Iraqi Christians?
