Archive · 18 Nov 2025
Jordan Reinstates Conscription Amid 'Greater Israel' Concerns
Jordan, worried about Israel's 'Greater Israel' plans, is bringing back military conscription after 34 years.
They'll draft 10,000 men each year, starting next February.
This is a big change because Jordan ended conscription in 1991.
Many Jordanians are of Palestinian descent, so they're concerned about Israel's plans to expand its borders.
Jordan's parliament voted to reinstate conscription after 34 years
10,000 soldiers to be conscripted annually, starting February 2023
Penalty for dodging conscription: 3 months to 1 year in prison
Jordan ended conscription in 1991, three years before signing peace deal with Israel
Jordan's Palestinian population and regional tensions influence the decision
- Who
- Jordanian parliament and government
- What
- Reinstated military conscription
- When
- February 2023 (implementation start)
- Where
- Jordan
- Why
- Apparent reaction to Israel's 'Greater Israel' threat
Jordanian Government's Stance
Israeli Government's Stance
Conscription Link to 'Greater Israel'
Jordanian Government's Stance
Jordan formally denies direct link but hints at influence
Israeli Government's Stance
Israel denies supporting 'Greater Israel' expansion
- Conscription End Date
- 1991
- Annual Conscription Target
- 10,000 men
- Implementation Start Date
- February 2023
- Penalty for Dodging Conscription
- 3 months to 1 year in prison
- Jordan's Palestinian Population Estimate
- Two-thirds