Jordan - April 2025

On 23 April, the Ministry of Interior banned the Muslim Brotherhood and its activities, making participation in the movement and support or promotion of its ideology illegal. Active in Jordan since the 1940s, the Brotherhood has been a significant civil society actor, particularly through its charities, professional associations, and community initiatives. According to authorities, the decision was taken due to concerns over ‘national unity’ following an alleged plot to attack the country involving the son of a Brotherhood leader, which was reportedly foiled on 15 April. The decision also has implications for opposition parties as the future of the Islamic Action Front (IAF)—the political wing of the Brotherhood and the largest party in the 2024 parliamentary elections, holding 31 out of 138 seats—remains uncertain. While the IAF itself has not been banned, security forces raided properties linked to the Brotherhood, including IAF offices, following the ban, leading to concerns that the party’s ability to operate freely could be restricted moving forward.

Sources: Ministry of Interior of Jordan, The Jordan Times, Al Jazeera, Associated Press, The New York Times