Jordan's military intercepted seven missiles and six drones launched by Iran on Friday as the conflict with the United States intensifies.
Jordan's military intercepted seven missiles and six drones launched by Iran on Friday, reporting no casualties or material damage from the air defense systems. The strikes occurred as Iran pressed its attacks on U.S. allies across the Middle East, including daily strikes on the kingdom to test air defenses. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties, with the Iranian health ministry reporting 59 deaths and 666 injuries from U.S. strikes over the last month. Meanwhile, the U.S. military has struck Iranian positions for 13 consecutive nights. The rapid expenditure of advanced air-defense interceptors and precision-guided weapons has created tension within the administration, as officials weigh the demands of the war against maintaining readiness for potential conflicts in the Indo-Pacific. President Trump stated on Truth Social that any damages to ships struck by Iran will be paid for using Iranian money currently held and controlled by the United States. The administration continues to target Iranian drone sites and command centers to diminish threats to commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.