Explosions heard in Jordan following Iranian missile launches
Jordanian forces intercepted eight missiles after local media reported explosions, following an Iranian attack on US forces in Jordan. US sources confirmed nearly all missiles were intercepted, launched in response to US airstrikes on Larak Island targeting Iranian missile launchers.
Why it matters
This incident signifies a direct military escalation between Iran and the US, with potential for broader regional conflict and instability in the Middle East and implications for global energy markets.
The Jordanian Armed Forces said they intercepted eight missiles that entered the country's airspace on Monday, after local media reported hearing explosions near the city of Aqaba.Iran launched an attack on US forces in Jordan, a US source familiar with the situation confirmed to Fox News on Monday. The source added that nearly all of the missiles had been intercepted by US air defenses."US forces in Jordan are under missile attack. The Iranians are launching a variety of different missiles at US bases in response to US strikes on Larak Island," Fox News' Trey Yingst confirmed on Monday.NOW: Iran is attacking U.S. forces stationed in Jordan. U.S. source familiar to Fox News: No significant impacts so far. Nearly all incoming missiles have been intercepted at this point.— Trey Yingst (@TreyYingst) August 30, 2026The Iranian attacks followed US airstrikes on Larak Island in southern Iran.
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