How stable is Jordan really? | Middle East| News and analysis of events in the Arab world | DW
How stable is Jordan really? The Middle Eastern country's allies are concerned after this weekend's palace intrigue. Observers say the royal family's public spat is just a small example of long-term problems. Jordanian anger against what is seen as government mismanagment is growing For years, Jordan has been thought of as a stable and peaceful nation, especially when compared with neighbors such as Syria, Palestine, Israel and Iraq. But events over the weekend, including news of an alleged plot to overthrow the government — supposedly led by a member of the ruling royal family — seeme...
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