Latest news in Jordan? September 18th, 2026

Defense Cooperation Agreement with France: King Abdullah II met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris to sign a bilateral defense cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing regional security coordination, counterterrorism efforts, and support for Lebanese sovereignty.

Military Exercises (Eager Lion 2026): Jordanian Armed Forces and U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) are currently engaged in the biennial Eager Lion exercise, hosted for the first time in Colorado with a focus on counterterrorism, air defense, and crisis response.

Regional Security and Airspace Defense: Following heightened regional escalations earlier in the month, Jordan’s Armed Forces maintain elevated air-defense readiness after intercepting multiple airborne threats to safeguard national airspace and border integrity.