Jordan's Islamic Action Front told to drop 'religious reference' from party name

Jordan’s Independent Election Commission has instructed the Islamic Action Front (IAF), the country's largest opposition party, to change its name to remove any religious references. The commission cited the Political Parties Law, which prohibits the establishment of parties based on religion, and has given the IAF 60 days to comply. This action follows the government's ban of the Muslim Brotherhood, of which the IAF is widely considered the political arm. The party's secretary-general stated they are engaging with the new legislation while remaining committed to their principles.