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Director of General Intelligence Department
مدير دائرة المخابرات العامة
The Jordanian Flag
Incumbent
Ahmad Hatoqai
Acting 
since 1 May 2019
StyleHis Excellency
Reports toKing of Jordan
ResidenceAmmman, Jordan
AppointerThe King of Jordan
Inaugural holderMohammad Rasoul Al–Kilani
Formation1964; 60 years ago (1964)
First holderMohammad Rasoul Al–Kilani
SalaryClassified
WebsiteGID website

The Director of the Jordanian General Intelligence Department (GID) holds a pivotal position within Jordan's national security apparatus. Obtaining specific details about the role's responsibilities and powers may be challenging due to the secretive nature of intelligence agencies and limited public disclosure. However, information about the GID and its operations can sometimes be found in analyses and reports from organizations specializing in security and intelligence matters. These sources often provide insights into the role and significance of intelligence agency in Jordan.[1]

The Director of the GID is typically responsible for overseeing the intelligence activities of Jordan, both domestically and internationally.[2] The director is also tasked with counterintelligence efforts to protect Jordan's interests from external and internal threats. The director is appointed by the King of Jordan, and the position reports directly to the monarch. The appointment process and criteria for selecting the director may not be publicly disclosed, as it involves sensitive national security considerations.[2]

The GID is considered one of the most influential institutions in Jordan, with a significant role in shaping the country's security policies.[3] The director wields considerable power and influence within Jordan's security establishment. The GID often collaborates closely with foreign intelligence agencies, particularly those of Western countries like the United States and the United Kingdom.[4] The GID has played a crucial role in safeguarding Jordan's stability and security, particularly in the face of regional conflicts and terrorist threats. Past directors have been known for their discretion and effectiveness in managing intelligence operations.[5]

List of directors

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No. Portrait Director of Jordanian General Intelligence Took office Left office Time in office Ref.
1
Mohammad Rasoul Al–Kailani
Al-Kailani, MohammadBrigadier General
Mohammad Rasoul Al–Kailani
(1933–2003)
Founder and First Director of Jordanian Intelligence		196419683–4[6][7]
2
Mudar Badran
Badran, MudarMajor General
Mudar Badran
(1934–2023)		196819701–2[8]
3
Natheer Rshaid
Rshaid, NatheerBrigadier General
Natheer Rshaid
(1929–2024)		197019743–4[9]
4
Ahmad Obeidat
Obeidat, AhmadLieutenant General
Ahmad Obeidat
(born 1938)
The Longest-Serving Intelligence Director		197419827–8[10]
5
Tariq Alaa El-Din
Alaa El-Din, TariqBrigadier General
Tariq Alaa El-Din
(1935–2024)		198219896–7[11]
6
Mustafa Al-Qaisi
Al-Qaisi, MustafaGeneral
Mustafa Al-Qaisi
(1938–2019)		198919966–7[12]
7
Sameeh Al-Bateekhi
Al-Bateekhi, SameehLieutenant General
Sameeh Al-Bateekhi
(born 1943)
He received a 4-year prison sentence in 2003.		199620003–4[13][14]
8
Sa'ad Khair
Khair, Sa'adMarshal
Sa'ad Khair
(1956–2009)
The only director of Jordanian intelligence to have achieved the rank of field marshal.		November 2000May 6, 20054–5[15]
9
Samih Asfoura
Asfoura, SamihMajor General
Samih Asfoura
The Shortest Term for a Director of Intelligence		May 6, 2005December 20, 2005228 days[16]
10
Mohammad Al-Dhahabi
Al-Dhahabi, MohammadBrigadier General
Mohammad Al-Dhahabi
He received a 13-year prison sentence in 2012 and was released in late 2023.		December 20, 2005December 29, 20083 years, 9 days[17]
11
Mohammad Al-Raqqad
Al-Raqqad, MohammadBrigadier General
Mohammad Al-Raqqad
(1965–2020)		December 30, 2008October 17, 20112 years, 291 days[18]
12
Faisal Al-Shoubaki
Al-Shoubaki, FaisalGeneral
Faisal Al-Shoubaki		October 17, 2011March 30, 20175 years, 164 days[19]
13
Adnan Al-Jundi
Al-Jundi, AdnanLieutenant General
Adnan Al-Jundi		March 30, 2017May 1, 20192 years, 32 days[20]
14
Ahmad Husni Hatoqai
Hatoqai, AhmadBrigadier General
Ahmad Husni Hatoqai		May 1, 2019Incumbent5 years, 195 days[21][22]

References

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  2. ^ a b "General Intelligence Department".
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  9. ^ "Royal Court Chief Attends Funeral of Former Interior Minister". petra.gov.jo. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
  10. ^ "H.E. Ahmad Obeidat". Obeidat Law. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
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  14. ^ "المخابرات الأردنية تخفض سجن مديرها السابق لأربعة أعوام". الجزيرة نت (in Arabic). Retrieved 2024-05-24.
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  18. ^ "Jordan at the brink, again". December 30, 2008. Presumably his replacement, Mohammed Raqad -- whose prior assignment was in the northern city of Irbid -- will have fewer ideas about outreach to Hamas.
  19. ^ "King bestows Al Nahda medal on intelligence chief". Jordan Times. 2014-06-10. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
  20. ^ "King appoints new intelligence chief, orders changes". Jordan Times. 2017-03-30. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
  21. ^ "Maj. Gen. Ahmad Husni appointed as head of intelligence department". Jordan Times. 2019-05-02. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
  22. ^ "Royal Decree appoints Husni as new intelligence chief". 2019-05-02. Retrieved 2024-05-24.
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