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How Jordan became a target for Iran in war with U.S.

From CBS News · () English

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  • Jordan has become a target for Iran's attacks, a shift from its previous avoidance of conflict.
  • Recent attacks, including one that killed three U.S. soldiers, indicate this change.
  • The article examines the reasons behind Jordan's new status as a target.

Jordan has increasingly become a target of Iranian attacks, marking a significant escalation from its earlier position of relative neutrality in the ongoing conflict. For months, Jordan largely escaped the direct onslaught that Tehran has directed at other regional players like Kuwait, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates.

However, this pattern has recently shifted. A series of attacks have now placed Jordan directly in the crosshairs, with one particularly deadly incident resulting in the deaths of three U.S. soldiers. This development signals a new phase in the regional tensions, drawing Jordan more directly into the volatile dynamics.

CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata will examine the specific factors contributing to Jordan's new vulnerability and the strategic implications of Iran's targeting of the Hashemite Kingdom. The shift suggests a potential recalibration of Iran's regional strategy and its willingness to engage adversaries more directly.

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