Jordan intercepts Iranian ballistic missiles breaching national airspace
The Jordanian military confirmed on July 15, 2026, that its air defense systems intercepted and downed four Iranian ballistic missiles that entered Jordanian airspace. The missiles were part of a retaliatory wave by Iran against regional U.S. targets and allies. Jordanian authorities stated the interceptions were carried out to prevent damage to civilian areas and to assert the country's neutrality and sovereignty during the U.S.-Iran escalation.