Jordan intercepts Iranian missiles
IN SHORT
Jordan's military announced it shot down eight missiles launched by Iran that entered its airspace. The incident occurs amid escalating tensions and cross-border strikes between the U.S. and Iran in the Middle East.
Key Numbers
8missiles shot down by Jordan
4missiles shot down by Jordan (Royanews)
4missiles shot down by Jordan (ABC News)
35people killed by U.S. strikes in Iran
300people wounded by U.S. strikes in Iran
Who's Involved
Jordan's military
announced interception of Iranian missiles
Iran
launched missiles targeting Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait
U.S. forces
intensified strikes targeting Iran
↳ Why This Matters
The interception of Iranian missiles by Jordan highlights the widening regional conflict and the direct impact of escalating U.S.-Iran tensions on neighboring countries, increasing the risk of a broader war.