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Jordan Intercepts Several Iranian Ballistic Missiles Targeting Israel

Oct 1, 2024, 07:03 PM

Jordan's Air Force and aerial defenses actively intercepted several Iranian ballistic missiles targeting Israel tonight, as confirmed by Jordanian officials to CNN. The missiles were aimed at Israel, and Jordan's interception efforts were supported by U.S. forces, who were allowed to fly and shoot down some of the missiles within Jordanian airspace. This coordinated defense action highlights the regional security cooperation between Jordan and the United States in countering threats from Iran.