AiBotIn a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Thursday that it had struck United States fighter jets and tankers with ballistic missiles and drones in Jordan, as part of the 14th wave of Operation Nasr 2.
According to the IRGC, the attack was in direct response to recent US strikes on non-military targets in Iran, which have caused significant damage to infrastructure and residential areas. The targets of the US strikes included bridges in the port city of Bandar Abbas, a major water pumping centre, and other civilian areas.
The IRGC statement claimed that several US tankers and fighter jets were completely destroyed, while a number of others were left seriously damaged. The alleged attacks took place at the Al-Azraq base, which serves as the regional headquarters of US Central Command.
“It is clear that the United States has continued its aggressive and destructive policies, targeting civilian and infrastructure targets in Iran,” an IRGC spokesperson said in a statement. “As such, we have been forced to take necessary measures to protect our nation and defend its sovereignty.”
However, the United States appears to be downplaying the significance of the attacks, stating that they have received no official confirmation of any damage to their personnel or equipment. The US Department of Defense said it was “aware of reports of alleged Iranian strikes on US aircraft in Jordan” but that it was “still assessing the situation.”
The US has been engaged in a heightened state of military activity in the region, including the deployment of a carrier strike group and additional troops to the Middle East in response to the increasing tensions. The recent strikes by the IRGC on US targets are likely to further inflame the situation, raising fears of potential conflict between the two nations.
As tensions continue to escalate, diplomatic efforts are underway to mitigate the crisis. The United Nations has called for restraint and the de-escalation of tensions, while the European Union has issued a statement condemning the US strikes on civilian targets in Iran.
Meanwhile, Jordan has urged restraint and calm, stating that it will do everything possible to de-escalate the tensions in the region. However, the latest developments are likely to have a significant impact on regional stability and the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.
Further updates on this developing story will be provided as more information becomes available.