https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/jordan-s-alliance-with-the-us-makes-the-kingdom-a-target-for-iranian-strikesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/jordan-s-alliance-with-the-us-makes-the-kingdom-a-target-for-iranian-strikeshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/jordan-s-alliance-with-the-us-makes-the-kingdom-a-target-for-iranian-strikes#u62930Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:06:49 +0000Tehran is increasingly targeting assets in Jordan as part of a broader escalation with the United States. This follows previous Iranian missile launches that caused powerful explosions and strained regional ties. While American officials previously denied reports of surprise attacks on US bases in Jordan, Iran has renewed claims of a missile barrage directed at those sites. This aggression coincides with reports from regional officials that Iran is expanding its proxy network in the Gulf, including Houthi rebels aiding Iraqi militias in drone strikes against Saudi oil facilities.Why it matters https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/jordan-s-alliance-with-the-us-makes-the-kingdom-a-target-for-iranian-strikeshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/jordan-s-alliance-with-the-us-makes-the-kingdom-a-target-for-iranian-strikes#u59739Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:56:09 +0000Iranian missile launches directed toward Jordan have triggered powerful explosions and strained regional relations. The kingdom's military deterrence has collapsed, transforming its close alliance with the United States into a primary vulnerability for retaliatory Iranian strikes. Amid the escalating regional tensions, Foreign Policy reports that Amman views Israel as a greater threat than Iran. Meanwhile, diplomatic friction has intensified after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi lashed out at Jordan and challenged its foreign minister over the right to respond. American officials