Jordan along with regional groups in the UN expressed their rejection and concern of Israeli illegal practices in Jerusalem, particularly the ongoing debate in the Knesset on a bill to impose Israel’s control over holy sites in the Old City.

House is expected to witness next week the birth of two new coalitions that some lawmakers see as a response to a platform-based bloc, dubbed Mubadara, which has gained ground by formulating solid policies addressing key concerns of Jordanians.

March will be a “critical” month for Syria if it is to maintain its timetable for dismantling its chemical weapons arsenal, the UN official tasked with overseeing the mission said on Wednesday.