Jordanian attempts to reengage with the region should be done based on a long-term strategy that aims to leverage the advantages of its borders, following several years of wearing the cost of regional chaos, that in many ways Jordan is still facing.

The incident at the Port of Beirut last week cannot be considered as just another disaster like many others that occur daily in the Middle East.

A Royal Decree has been issued in Jordan to hold parliamentary elections in accordance with the provisions of law. The final stages of preparations are being made for new elections to be held on November 10, and the right atmosphere must be prepared for successful elections.

Global politics is shifting and the traditional dynamics in place since World War II is changing.

Recent developments in southern Syria demonstrate the growing threat from terrorist and criminal groups in the area, and the need to pay closer attention to the evolving situation.

Potential instability on the borders is a critical risk for all countries, especially in the Middle East.

While the Israeli government has not officially announced a date, many expected the implementation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to annex the West Bank on the July 1, last week.

There is no doubt that economic indicators suggest that Jordan is facing difficult times, and the recent financial measures taken by the government could fuel more anger amongst Jordanians in the near future.

Over the last few years, there has been an ongoing escalation of diplomatic and political tension between Jordan and Israel that does not reflect the existing peace treaty, nor the level of security cooperation that exists between the two parts.