As I write today, I feel the sadness of this time. However, even in times of despair, there was joy – so we are told.
The historic battle, which is lesser known to Israelis, is considered a victory to Jordanians and Palestinians alike - who have widely commemorated this historic victory to echo the current war.
Israel’s economy, security capabilities, and technological innovations make it a valuable partner. Israel must maintain its expediency with the same long-term thinking as its Arab allies.
It was not clear if this was a response to a drone threat, which has been an issue for Jordan over the last year, or some other type of “activity.”
Germany's air force said it dropped pallets with four tons of relief goods by air into the enclave on Saturday.
The United States, Israel's main ally, and other countries have called on Israel to allow in more humanitarian aid.
This incident comes amidst heightened tensions following the Israel-Hamas war that began approximately four months ago.
It is equally true that Ramadan frequently has been celebrated with an orgy of Muslim, especially Palestinian, violence. Ramadan is exploited as an excuse for ramped-up holy war against Israel.
Both countries need each other. But this is something that Jordanian officials seem to forget in their often vitriolic condemnations of Israel at home and around the world.
In recent developments, the US has shown greater willingness to airdrop humanitarian aid to Gaza, including food, water, and medicine.