Jordan has become pivotal in U.S. military operations targeting Iran. The shift stems from other regional allies restricting the use of their bases and airspace.
Iran’s attacks on Jordan, including one killing two U.S. servicemen, complicate the ongoing conflict. Analysts attribute the rising aggression to Jordan’s enhanced role in supporting U.S. operations.
The United States and Jordan have sustained collaboration in military, intelligence, and counterterrorism efforts. Jordan is vital as it hosts significant U.S. air bases. Recently, U.S. reliance on Jordan intensified due to troop reallocations from Gulf nations like Bahrain, the UAE, and Qatar. This transition is driven by restricted operational access in these regions.
Unlike Gulf nations, Jordan depends notably on U.S. foreign aid, limiting its ability to resist Washington’s demands. Omid Memarian, an analyst at DAWN, highlights Gulf countries’ hesitancy following Iranian retaliation, yet emphasizes Jordan’s constrained freedom due to security agreements.
Recent threats have spurred defensive actions in Jordan. Following a credible threat, Jordan evacuated key facilities in Aqaba. The Jordanian military intercepted three Iranian missiles, managing one safely in an unpopulated area.
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