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Beirut: Lebanon’s Health Ministry reported on Saturday that two paramedics have been killed, four injured, and two are missing following recent Israeli attacks on villages in Southern Lebanon. The incidents underscore the ongoing tensions and the impact on humanitarian workers in the region.

According to Jordan News Agency, the ministry detailed that one paramedic lost his life during Israeli shelling at dawn while attempting to evacuate a wounded individual in Burj Rahal. Additionally, an Israeli air strike targeted a group of paramedics in Kfar Tibnit, resulting in the death of one paramedic, injuries to four others, and leaving two personnel unaccounted for.

In response to these events, the Lebanese Health Ministry issued a statement condemning the repeated targeting of paramedics who are performing their duties. The ministry called for international intervention to halt these attacks and to ensure adherence to international humanitarian law, emphasizing the need for protection for those providing medica
l aid in conflict zones.

AMMAN: Energy and Minerals Regulatory Commission (EMRC) Board of Commissioners Chairman Ziad Saideh observed a drill designed to evaluate the electricity sector’s preparedness for emergency situations caused by severe weather. Saideh, along with representatives from electricity distribution companies, attended the exercise at the EMRC Control and Emergency Center. The three-day drill aimed to ensure an uninterrupted power supply and a swift response to customer complaints.

According to Jordan News Agency, the exercise focused on confirming the readiness of operations rooms, emergency crews, technical workshops, and call centers operated by power distribution companies to handle exceptional situations. Saideh emphasized the importance of these preparations in maintaining power supply continuity. Moreover, Jordanian electricity companies have asserted that they have implemented necessary measures to respond quickly to weather-related outages and ensure the continuous delivery of electricity to consumers.

Gaza Strip: Israeli troops killed 35 people and injured 111 in three massacres across the Gaza Strip on the 407th day of the ongoing war, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. The recent violence has contributed to the already overwhelming humanitarian crisis in the region.

According to Jordan News Agency, the latest casualties have increased the death toll to 43,799, with the total number of injuries now reaching 103,601. The Gaza Health Ministry provided this update as part of their ongoing documentation of human losses since the conflict began on October 7, 2023.

The ministry reported that many victims remain under the rubble of buildings targeted by air strikes and artillery shelling. Additionally, several bodies are located on roads that ambulance and civil defense crews are unable to access, complicating rescue and recovery efforts.

BEIRUT: Israeli aircraft launched a series of raids Friday night targeting Baalbek and other southern towns, according to a Lebanese security source.

According to Jordan News Agency, “Israeli jets struck a neighborhood at the southern entrance to Baalbek, the town of Al-Khader, and the heights of the town of Janta on the eastern edge of the Lebanese mountain range near the border with Syria,” the source told Petra’s reporter in Beirut.

Israeli aircraft also raided Nabatieh and Arnoun in South Lebanon, where injuries were reported, it said.

The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) also said an artillery shell struck its western headquarters in Shama’, but did not explode.

In a statement, the peacekeeping force reminded the parties to ensure the safety and security of UN personnel and property, adding that the deliberate targeting of peacekeepers is a serious violation of international humanitarian law and UN Security Council Resolution 1701.

Cairo: The Jordanian National Commission for Women (JNCW) actively participated in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Forum on “Women’s Economic Empowerment in the Middle East and North Africa,” hosted in Cairo, Egypt.

According to Jordan News Agency, the event saw the participation of a Jordanian delegation led by JNCW Secretary-General Maha Ali and Jordan’s Ambassador to Egypt and Permanent Representative to the Arab League, Amjad Adayleh. The forum, spanning two days, included representatives from eight Arab countries, including Jordan, who collectively launched a project aimed at enhancing financial inclusion for women’s entrepreneurship and improving access to financing.

Ali emphasized Jordan’s commitment to women’s economic empowerment as a national priority, aligning with policies, strategies, and legislation that reflect King Abdullah II’s vision. This vision is integrated into the country’s political and economic modernization efforts and the public sector modernizati
on roadmap.

She highlighted the significance of empowering women and boosting their involvement in public life, citing the Kingdom’s Women’s Empowerment Strategy within the Economic Modernization Vision. This effort includes several JNCW-led initiatives designed to increase women’s economic participation through legislative support, workplace enhancements, and the promotion of women’s entrepreneurship.

The National Women’s Strategy for 2020-2025 comprehensively addresses women’s empowerment, with economic empowerment being crucial for women’s active participation in various sectors, including public, political, and social spheres. One of the objectives of the National Financial Inclusion Strategy (2023-2028) is to improve women’s access to financial services and narrow the gender gap, a significant challenge for business owners.

Jordan’s progress is evident in international indicators, with the country improving its ranking in the World Bank Women Business and the Law Index Score by 12.5 points. This impro
vement is attributed to reforms in Jordan’s Labor Law aimed at creating a supportive workplace, fostering women’s employment, and encouraging their retention in the labor market.