Jordan Cracks Down on Muslim Brotherhood
nytimes.comPublished: 4/23/2025
Summary
Jordan has taken a decisive step by banning the activities of the Muslim Brotherhood, an Islamist group outlawed in other Arab countries, sparking concern over potential misuse of national security measures. The ban follows recent arrests and intelligence indicating the group was behind attempts to disrupt stability with explosives, weapons, and plans for无人机制造和operand training. Interior Minister Mazin Al Farrayeh emphasized that this is a collective action against an organization, not any individual, to protect Jordan's sovereignty and unity.