Jordan: A Struggle for Peace in the Middle East
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Channel: Chicago Council on Global Affairs · 2018 · Nonprofits & Activism
Nestled in the heart of the Middle East, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan has played a pivotal role in the struggle for peace in the region. While neighboring Syria, Israel, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia have attracted an array of headlines—from sectarian disputes to proxy wars and social media revolutions—Jordan has not gone unscathed from the tensions surrounding it. Terrorist networks, the bordering Israel-Palestine conflict, and the Syrian civil war have burdened the country’s borders, resources, and security. Notably, it has become central to hosting Syrian refugees, with the Zaatari camp now Jordan's fourth largest city. Yet, despite nearby turmoil, the Hashemite Kingdom continues to engage in strategic partnerships with adjoining countries and maintain strong relations with the United States. Join the Council and Jordanian journalist Rana F. Sweis for an intimate portrait of the intricacies and complexities of life in Jordan and the Middle East.
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