Country in Middle East

Jordan

Jordan is a sovereign country in the Middle East, bordering Israel, Syria, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia. Known for its pro-Western alignment, moderate Arab governance, and hosting U.S. military bases while maintaining a peace treaty with Israel. Recently, Jordan has faced repeated Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting U.S. installations on its soil, deploying air defenses to intercept hundreds of projectiles. Last updated 3 days ago

Within Jordan

Muwaffaq al Salti Air Base Strategic Site Aqaba City Jordan Armed Forces Military Amman City Dead Sea Strategic Site Abdullah II Monarch Amer Hujayrat Other Fila City Islamic Waqf Government Body Jordan Border Unit Military Queen Rania Monarch Royal Hashemite Court Government Body Ruweished City

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Alerts

To recap U.S. and IRGC skirmish overnight.

The U.S. carried out 3 waves of strikes against 20 IRGC targets.

Many of Irans coastal air defenses and were destroyed.

In response, Iran launched drones and ballistic missiles at U.S. military bases in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait overnight.

U.S., Jordanian, and Kuwaiti officials said most of the missiles and drones were intercepted.

For now, tensions have calmed down (until IRGC makes another mistake)

Global

WILD REPORT: Middle East Eye reports the U.S. and Israel are discussing a plan to end Jordan’s custodianship over Al Aqsa and replace the Islamic Waqf with a new Israeli backed body that would turn the site into a “multi faith centre” with ...

WILD REPORT: Middle East Eye reports the U.S. and Israel are discussing a plan to end Jordan’s custodianship over Al Aqsa and replace the Islamic Waqf with a new Israeli backed body that would turn the site into a “multi faith centre” with expanded Jewish access and Israeli oversight.

“The Trump administration would like to see the Al-Aqsa Mosque stripped of its Muslim identity, with the site turned into a landmark tourist attraction that hosts all three Abrahamic religions.”

Signals

On July 14, 2025, a Syrian shepherd filmed 2 low-flying C-130 transport aircraft, believed to be Israeli, crossing the remote desert near the Iraqi border.

At the time, the footage drew little attention.

Today, that video looks far more significant after reports revealed that Israel had established at least 2 covert operating bases deep inside western Iraq, in the tri-border desert region near Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Syria.

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Signals

On July 14, 2025, a Syrian shepherd filmed 2 low-flying C-130 transport aircraft, believed to be Israeli, crossing the remote desert near the Iraqi border.

At the time, the footage drew little attention.

Today, that video looks far more significant after reports revealed that Israel had established at least 2 covert operating bases deep inside western Iraq, in the tri-border desert region near Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Syria.

Alerts

U.S. Embassy Baghdad issued a security alert. Iraqi airspace has reopened with limited flights, but the embassy warns of continued missile, drone, and rocket threats. The Level 4 "do not travel" advisory remains in place. Iran-aligned militias continue planning attacks on American citizens and U.S.-linked targets throughout Iraq. Land routes and commercial flights from Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey are available.

Operations

UK Ministry of Defence:

Overnight, RAF Regiment gunners, operating in a high threat area, successfully downed multiple Iranian drones.

UK Typhoons and F-35 jets, supported by Voyager and Royal Navy Merlin and Wildcat helicopters, have con...

UK Ministry of Defence:

Overnight, RAF Regiment gunners, operating in a high threat area, successfully downed multiple Iranian drones.

UK Typhoons and F-35 jets, supported by Voyager and Royal Navy Merlin and Wildcat helicopters, have continued their defensive missions over the Eastern Mediterranean, Jordan, Bahrain and UAE.

Force protection measures in the region continue to be at the highest levels – ensuring UK personnel are as safe as possible. We continue to work closely in coordination with allies.

Signals

BREAKING 🔴

Iran’s Fars News Agency lists potential bridge targets in the Gulf and Levant:

Kuwait: Sheikh Jaber Al‑Ahmad Al‑Sabah Bridge

Saudi Arabia / Bahrain: King Fahd Causeway

Abu Dhabi, UAE: Sheikh Zayed Bridge, Al Maqta Bridge

Jordan: King Hussein Bridge, Damia Bridge, Sheikh Khalifa Bridge, Abdoun Bridge

These are cited as possible targets for Iranian military operations.