The US Department of Defense (Pentagon) announced the sending of additional US forces to the Middle East. The Pentagon said: "The additional forces specialize in emergency planning, including the evacuation of US citizens." 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…