2026 in Jordan
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Incumbents
Events
- 13 January – The United States designates the Jordanian chapter of the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization, citing its support for Hamas.[1]
- 28 February – In retaliation for the 2026 Israeli–United States strikes on Iran, Iran launches missiles at surrounding countries, including Jordan.[2]
- 9 March – Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirms the deployment of interceptor drones and specialists to help protect U.S. military bases in Jordan amid the 2026 Iran war.[3]
- 5 April – The Jordanian Armed Forces intercept two missiles and two drones from Iran.[4]
Holidays
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- 1 January – New Year's Day
- 20–23 March – Eid al-Fitr
- 5 April – Gregorian Easter
- 1 May – Labour Day
- 25 May – Independence Day
- 26-30 May – Eid al-Adha
- 16 June – Islamic New Year
- 25 August – The Prophet's Birthday
- 25 December – Christmas Day
Deaths
- 2 January – Saleh Rusheidat, 80, member of the House of Representatives (since 1993).[6]
- 3 January – Jamil Azar, 89, journalist and broadcaster, founder of Al Jazeera.[7]
- 4 January – Ali Abu Al-Ragheb, 89, prime minister (2000–2003).[8]
- 2 February – Ahmad Obeidat, 87, prime minister (1984–1985).[9]
