Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced that it launched a coordinated missile and drone attack targeting US military bases in Jordan, in what it described as a direct retaliatory operation. The strikes mark a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between Tehran and Washington.
According to the IRGC's official statement, the operation, dubbed the "retaliation campaign," focused on positions where US forces are deployed in Jordan. The attack reportedly involved both ballistic missiles and suicide drones, indicating a high level of coordination on a large scale.
No specific figures on casualties or damage have yet been released by either the US or Jordanian authorities. US officials have not provided an immediate official response following the announcement.
The move comes amid escalating tensions between Iran and the US and its allies across the Middle East, with flashpoints ranging from Gaza to the Red Sea. Jordan, which shares borders with Iraq and Syria, is a key security partner for Washington in the region.
Analysts suggest that this latest attack could heighten the risk of direct conflict between Tehran and Washington, both of which have so far sought to avoid a full-scale confrontation. The nature of the US response remains unclear, but all developments are being closely monitored.
