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Jordan says it intercepted 18 of 20 ballistic missiles fired from Iran

Greenwatch Desk Conflicts 2026-09-09, 6:42am

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Jordan’s armed forces spokesperson says that the Kingdom comes under a missile attack originating from Iranian territory over the past hours.


Jordanian air defence systems engaged 20 ballistic missiles launched toward Jordanian territory, successfully intercepting and destroying 18 of them, while two fell in areas free of population centres, the spokesperson said.

The Jordan Armed Forces conducted its defences with the threat “in accordance with approved operational procedures” to protect the Kingdom’s air space and the safety of its citizens, the spokesperson said, adding that monitoring, tracking and assessment operations remain ongoing, reports AL Jazeera.

He said the attack resulted in no loss of life.