Matthew Bell
Just like back home, snow in Amman
While on assignment in Jordan, it started snowing.
Libyan Fighters Recuperating In Jordan
Jordan is playing a role in Libya’s effort to recover from the violent overthrow of Libyan dictator, Muammar Gaddafi. Tens of thousands of Libyans have traveled to Jordan in the past year for medical treatment.
Ex-Fighters from Libya Recovering in Jordan
The hotel where I’m staying in Amman is teeming with Libyans seeking medical care in Jordanian hospitals. A friend here tells me that’s the case with most hotels. These are a couple of guys I met in the lobby yesterday.
Waiting for News from Syria
When the grown-ups put on the news from Syria, the kids started chanting along with the crowds shown on screen: “The people want the downfall of the regime!” [...]
Jordan Awash with Syrian Refugees Fleeing Violence
Some 80,000 Syrian refugees have fled across the border into Jordan to escape the violence at home. And Jordan is struggling to keep up with the influx. The World’s Matthew Bell has been meeting with some of new arrivals.
Palentinian Prisoner’s Hunger Strike Calls Attention to Israel’s ‘Administrative Detention’
A Palestinian prisoner in Israeli custody has agreed to end his 66 day hunger strike. After more than two months without food, Khader Adnan was said to be close to death by starvation.
Israel’s ‘Alliance of Evil’
The Obama administration is sending a message to the Israelis not to attack Iran’s nuclear sites. Not yet at least. The White House says all options are on the table. But US officials are thought to be trying to persuade Israel to give economic sanctions against Iran more time.
Israel Blames Iran for Attacks at Israeli Embassies
The Israeli government was quick to lay the blame on Iran for the two car bombs planted near Israel’s embassies in India and Georgia today [...]
Dealing With Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions
The question for Washington, “what to do about Iran’s nuclear program?” is not a new one. But in recent weeks, another question has made things more complicated for the US. And that is, “what are the Israelis planning to do?”
Shocking Speech From Muslim Leader In Jerusalem
Israelis are used to hearing hateful speech from some of their neighbors. Today, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei referred to the Jewish State as a “cancerous tumor.” But a recent speech from a local Muslim leader has drawn criticism from the highest levels of the Israeli government.
Israeli Settlement Ordered Demolished
Israel’s settlements in the West Bank have long been a point of contention with the Palestinians. Now, a legal ruling to demolish one of those settlements could prove to be a test case for many more.
No Israeli Citizenship for Palestinian Spouses
Israel’s Supreme Court ruled earlier this month that Palestinians married to Israelis will be blocked from getting Israeli citizenship.
Wall Posters in Ultra-Orthodox Neighborhood
Here is a photo I took of several wall posters in an Ultra-Orthodox neighborhood accusing the Israeli government of trying to wipe out Judaism.
Israel’s Ultra-Orthodox Jews Debate Mainstream Involvement
There is a debate going on within the Ultra-Orthodox community over how much they should integrate into the Israeli mainstream.
New Cyber Attacks on Israeli Websites
The websites of Israel’s national airline, El Al, and the Tel Aviv stock exchange have been disrupted just hours after they were reportedly threatened by a Saudi computer hacker.
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