Jordan reports its airspace 'violated' by missiles during Iran-Israel attacks
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Jordan's government spokesperson reported that the country's airspace was "violated" by "several missiles" during Iran's attacks on Israel.
- The Jordanian Armed Forces are monitoring the situation and fulfilling their duty to protect the nation.
- Jordan warned against any attempts to violate its airspace, stating it will not be used as a battlefield.
Jordan's government spokesperson, Mohamed al-Momani, announced Sunday that the Hashemite Kingdom's airspace "was violated by several missiles" amid escalating regional tensions. This statement followed Iran's launch of multiple missile barrages against Israel in retaliation for an Israeli attack on southern Beirut suburbs.
The airspace of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan was violated tonight by several missiles amid a new escalation of tensions in the region.
Al-Momani stated on his official X account that Jordanian authorities activated sirens and urged residents to follow provided instructions. He added that the Jordanian Armed Forces are closely monitoring regional developments and are committed to their duty to "protect the homeland and its assets."
Jordanian authorities have not reported any missile interceptions or impacts on their territory from the projectiles or their debris. The government spokesperson reiterated a warning against any attempts to violate the kingdom's airspace, emphasizing that Jordan will not permit itself to become a battlefield.
The Jordanian Armed Forces are monitoring regional developments closely and fulfilling their duty to protect the homeland and its assets.
Iran launched several waves of missiles at Israel in retaliation for Israeli strikes on the Dahye, a suburb of Beirut. The Iranian army had previously warned Israel of a "devastating response" if it retaliated against Iranian territory or bombed Lebanon again. This incident marks a significant escalation, with Jordan caught in the middle of the regional conflict.
We reiterate our warning against any attempt to violate the kingdom's airspace by any party, and we affirm that no one will be allowed to turn Jordan into a battlefield.
Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.