Jordan closes border with Syria due to virus concerns
The temporary closing of the Jaber border crossing coincides with concerns the coronavirus is spreading in Syria.
Jordan will close its border with Syria this week following increases in COVID-19 infections in Syria and at the border crossing itself.
The state-funded Al-Mamlaka TV reported today that the Jaber crossing will close on Thursday for one week. The Ministry of Interior made the decision following an increase in the number of coronavirus cases at the center.
Al-Mamlaka also reported that the prime minister ordered a review of health measures at Jordan's other border crossings.
Jordan closed its land borders to travelers in March at the start of the pandemic, allowing only trade. The Jaber border will now be completely closed for the stated period. Jordan reopened its international airport to passenger flights from select countries this month.
