Air Defense Update: Jordan says it intercepted and destroyed 20 missiles launched from Iran toward the Azraq area in Zarqa early Thursday, with fragments falling but no injuries or damage reported, and engineering teams sent to handle debris. Water Security Deal: Jordan and Germany signed an agreement to advance the National Water Carrier desalination and conveyance project, with Germany’s KfW providing €127m (a €102m grant plus a €25m debt-swap) to add about 300m cubic meters of drinking water annually from 2030. IMF & Growth Outlook: The IMF approved the fifth review of Jordan’s reform program, unlocking about $188m, while stressing that stronger 2027 growth depends on major investment projects. Trade & Finance: Jordan Ahli Bank signed a confirming bank agreement with the EBRD to strengthen trade finance for Jordanian corporates and SMEs, and the Central Bank of Jordan floated JOD 50m in treasury bonds. Regional Humanitarian Focus: The OIC participated in UNRWA’s advisory committee in Amman, calling for comprehensive international protection and support for the agency. Business Links: The Jordan Chamber of Commerce and Pakistan’s ambassador agreed to relaunch the Jordanian-Pakistani Business Council to boost trade and investment. Green Hydrogen: Ohmium and Hynfra signed a master cooperation agreement to advance green hydrogen projects across Mauritania, Jordan and Oman.