Monday, July 20, 2026

Amman - Agencies:

The Jordanian army announced that air defense systems intercepted and shot down three Iranian missiles that entered Jordanian airspace and were targeting its territory, stressing that the operation resulted in no human casualties or material damage. It also reported a fourth missile falling in a remote area.

According to a statement by the General Command of the Jordanian Armed Forces, the interception was carried out on Friday morning, in accordance with operational procedures and approved defensive measures, to ensure the protection of the Kingdom's sovereignty, the security of its airspace, and the safety of citizens. The Jordanian army affirmed that it continues to monitor Jordan's airspace with the highest levels of readiness and preparedness to deal with any potential threat, calling on citizens to obtain information from official sources and not to spread rumors.

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