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After 15 Years of closure, Jordanian trucks reopen a lifeline to Turkey and Europe

February 7th, 2026 - 11:53 GMT

Osama Ali

After 15 Years of closure, Jordanian trucks reopen a lifeline to Turkey and Europe

ALBAWABA - A major land trade route in the Middle East has reopened after being closed for 15 years. This is a big deal for logistics in the area and for Jordan's export industry. Trucks from Jordan have started crossing the Bab al-Hawa border into Turkey. This opens up a key road route to European markets through Syria again. The Ministry of Transport in Jordan said that trucks carrying goods ...

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