Jordan Says It Intercepted Most of Nearly 300 Iranian Missiles and Drones Since War Began.
AMMAN — Jordan’s military said Saturday that the country has been targeted by nearly 300 missiles and drones since the start of the war involving Iran, with the majority intercepted by its air defenses.
Colonel Mustafa Al-Hayari, director of military media for the armed forces, said 281 projectiles had entered Jordanian airspace since the conflict began. Of those, 261 were intercepted and destroyed by the Royal Jordanian Air Force and air defense systems.
“Iran and some factions in the region are targeting Jordanian territory directly and without justification,” Al-Hayari said at a press conference.
Jordan has maintained that it is not a party to the conflict and has repeatedly stated that its territory and airspace will not be used to launch attacks against any country.
Government spokesman Mohammad Al-Momani said there are no foreign military bases in Jordan, though the country maintains joint defense agreements with allied nations to support its national security.
Since the war began, Iran has launched missile and drone attacks across the region, targeting Israel and several Arab countries. Some strikes have hit civilian and energy infrastructure, while Tehran says it is aiming at U.S. interests and military-related targets.
Jordanian authorities said 29 people were injured in the attacks, all of whom have since been discharged from hospital. Damage has been reported to 31 vehicles, 59 homes and shops, and 16 public properties.
Officials also warned of threats from armed groups in neighboring countries. Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi said last month that Jordan had been targeted by Iraqi factions and called for the attacks to stop.
The military said it continues to monitor the situation and is prepared to respond to any further threats.
