Jordanian Public Prosecutor Initiates Investigation into Banned Muslim Brotherhood's Alleged Illicit Funds

Public Prosecutor Takes Action on Brotherhood Funds

Jordan's public prosecutor has commenced a formal investigation into cases concerning funds allegedly collected by the banned Muslim Brotherhood. This move, reported on September 29, 2025, follows the detention of 10 individuals who are currently held in correctional and rehabilitation centers pending further inquiry. An informed official source, as reported by the Jordan News Agency (Petra), stated that the State Security Court prosecutor referred these fundraising cases to the public prosecutor in Amman.

The investigation also involves two additional individuals; one is currently abroad and has not appeared before prosecutors, while the other was released on bail. The accused face charges related to managing an unlawful financial network that raised funds through illegal means.

Details of the Alleged Financial Network

Authorities have uncovered a wide-reaching and complex financial network operated by the Muslim Brotherhood, which allegedly amassed more than 30 million Jordanian dinars (approximately 42 million US dollars) over the past eight years. These funds were reportedly collected through unauthorized fundraising campaigns, investments, and membership fees from supporters both inside and outside Jordan.

Sources of the money are said to include:

• Illegal donations, some purportedly raised to aid Palestinians in Gaza.
• Rental properties outside Jordan.
• Masked investments.
• Membership subscriptions.

Investigators found that a significant portion of the collected funds was allegedly diverted to sustain the activities of the banned group and its affiliates, with only about 1 percent (approximately 413,000 Jordanian dinars) sent to recognized relief agencies. The funds were reportedly used to finance cells, election campaigns (including for student unions), provide salaries to politicians loyal to the group, and support domestic political campaigns in 2024.

Context of the Muslim Brotherhood's Banned Status

The Muslim Brotherhood was officially dissolved and outlawed in Jordan by a 2020 Court of Cassation ruling. The Jordanian government formally banned all activities of the group and declared membership illegal on April 23, 2025. This ban followed the uncovering of an alleged plot to destabilize Jordan, which involved manufacturing weapons and drones, leading to the arrest of 16 individuals in April 2025.

Ongoing Crackdown and Previous Seizures

The current investigation is part of a broader and continuous crackdown on the group's financial operations. In mid-April 2025, approximately 4 million Jordanian dinars were seized during a raid after the government revealed a plot targeting national security. Furthermore, in mid-July 2025, authorities intensified their efforts against the Brotherhood's financial network, seizing assets valued at over 30 million Jordanian dinars ($42.3 million).

Jordanian authorities had also previously offered a one-month grace period, which concluded on June 14, 2025, for individuals holding assets on behalf of the Muslim Brotherhood to regularize their status. The ongoing investigation underscores the government's commitment to scrutinizing the financial networks and individuals involved in activities linked to the banned organization.