A methane gas explosion in a mine in Tabas has claimed the lives of 51 people, with those injured transported to the hospital. The incident has prompted Iranian President Pezeshkian to order a thorough investigation into the cause of the explosion. He has also vowed to take decisive action against any individuals found responsible for the disaster. Source: National news agency - Lebanon
Warm Weather Forecast Ahead of Monday Heatwave: JMD
August 22, 2026
Amman: The weather on Saturday will be warm in most areas, and sweltering in the desert, the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba, as winds will be moderate northwesterly. In its report, Jordan Meteorological Department (JMD) warns of the possibilit…