The Lebanese Hezbollah announced the launching of large missile barrages towards the occupied territories. The party said in a statement: "A large missile barrage was launched from southern Lebanon towards the Upper Galilee." It added: "More than 30 missiles were launched from Lebanon towards the city of Safed." The Israeli media reported that sirens sounded in Safed and its surroundings. Source: National Iraqi News Agency
King Abdullah II and Zhao Leji Discuss Strengthening Jordan-China Strategic Partnership
August 21, 2026
Amman: His Majesty King Abdullah II met on Friday with Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China Zhao Leji. His Majesty said his visit to China is an opportunity to build on the strong and growing diplomatic relatio…