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A statement released by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Wednesday claimed that its Aerospace Force successfully targeted US forces in Jordan using intelligence provided by Jordanian sources. According to the statement, IRGC forces launched ballistic missiles at US C-17 transport aircraft and P-8 command-and-control aircraft stationed at Aqaba Airport, resulting in alleged severe damage to multiple hangars and multiple US personnel fatalities.
The IRGC attributed the successful operation to the assistance of individuals and military personnel from Jordan, which it claimed provided vital intelligence necessary for the precise targeting of US forces in the Azraq area. The statement asserted that over 20 hangars were destroyed in the attack.
The statement is part of a larger campaign known as Operation Nasr 2, which the IRGC says is aimed at countering US military activities in the region. It appears that the recent attack was the 21st wave of operations conducted under the nasr umbrella. US military sources have not yet commented on the alleged strike, but it is widely reported that the attack led to extensive damage to aircraft, along with casualties among US personnel and contractors.
The IRGC statement also contained inflammatory rhetoric towards the US and Israel, stating that the US military, as a supporter of the “child-killing Zionist regime” in Israel, has committed atrocities against Muslim countries and civilians worldwide. This stance is likely aimed at galvanizing public opinion and mobilizing support for the IRGC’s campaign.
The IRGC also thanked the Jordanians for their cooperation, expressing appreciation for the efforts that it claims help pave the way for the liberation of Jerusalem. The group has made similar assertions in the past, suggesting that the liberation of Jerusalem is a central goal of its operations. The implications of this statement are yet to be fully understood, and regional developments will be closely monitored in the days ahead.
In response to the IRGC statement, the United States has so far maintained a stance of reserve, avoiding direct confirmation or denial of the alleged strike. A statement from the US military has been awaited, with officials likely to assess the claim and any evidence available before issuing a response.