Amman: The Jordanian Armed Forces said Sunday its Eastern Military Zone thwarted an attempt by a group of people to illegally cross the border from Syria at dawn. Patrols were deployed and rules of engagement were applied, forcing the group to retreat back into Syrian territory, the army said in a statement. According to Jordan News Agency, a subsequent search of the area uncovered large quantities of narcotics, which were handed over to the competent authorities.
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…