Jordan: American Dies in Petra Because of Snowfall

By Larry Habegger | February 7th, 2008 |

An unusually heavy snowfall in Jordan created slippery conditions at the famous historical site of Petra, prompting authorities to advise travelers to avoid the area. A group of French tourists... [Read this entry]

Jordan: Taxi Assault in Amman

By Larry Habegger | September 26th, 2007 |

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The crime rate in Amman is low and violent crimes against Americans are rare, but occasionally things do happen. Recently an American woman caught a cab in a commercial district... [Read this entry]

Jordan: Lone Gunman Attacks Western Tourists in Amman

By Larry Habegger | September 5th, 2006 |

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A Jordanian gunman fired a dozen shots at a group of Western tourists visiting an ancient Roman amphitheater in central Amman Sept. 4, killing one British man, and wounding six... [Read this entry]

Jordan: Petra to Get Park Rangers

By Larry Habegger | July 4th, 2006 |

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The world-famous archaeological site of Petra may soon have park rangers to assist visitors, provide emergency medical and search and rescue services, and help protect the UNESCO World Heritage site.... [Read this entry]

Jordan: Embassies Close in Amman

By Larry Habegger | January 10th, 2006 |

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The U.S. Embassy in Amman cautioned Americans on Jan. 7 about ongoing threats of terrorism in Jordan, and the same day the British Embassy closed with the Australian and... [Read this entry]

Jordan: Attack on U.S. Navy Ship

By Larry Habegger | August 23rd, 2005 |

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A failed rocket attack on a U.S. Navy ship in Aqaba is a reminder that U.S. facilities remain a terrorist target in the Middle East, and, in the context of... [Read this entry]

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By Larry Habegger | November 2nd, 2004 |

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The U.S. Embassy in Amman reported that several terrorist plots against American facilities in Jordan had been thwarted in the past six months, but the threat remains, with regional groups... [Read this entry]

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By Larry Habegger | October 5th, 2004 |

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A purse-snatching spree occurred in downtown Amman and the affluent neighborhood of West Amman in August and early September, with more than 60 incidents. In many cases bags were snatched... [Read this entry]

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By Larry Habegger | December 23rd, 2002 |

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The U.S. State Department has lifted its authorization of voluntary departure for dependents and non-emergency personnel, which suggests that the dangers to Americans have diminished. It still warns travelers, however... [Read this entry]

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By Larry Habegger | November 25th, 2002 |

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Citing ongoing threats of kidnapping of Americans and the Oct. 28 assassination of U.S. diplomat Laurence Foley, the State Department has authorized the departure of non-emergency personnel and advises Americans... [Read this entry]

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