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Iranian strikes hit U.S. bases in Jordan, raising tensions

9/5/2026

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Iran Strikes Jordan

Iranian drones and missiles have repeatedly struck Jordanian military bases that host U.S. forces.
Jordan says the U.S. security partnership remains essential, viewing it as a key counter to Iranian influence.
The 2021 defense-cooperation agreement gives U.S. access to Jordanian installations, including Muwaffaq Salti Air Base.
U.S. aid totals about $1.47 billion, roughly eight percent of Jordan’s annual budget, supporting defense spending.

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Iran Strikes Jordan

Iranian missiles and drones struck U.S. military bases in Jordan in early September 2026.
The rapid-launch Kheibar Shekan missiles threaten nearby civilians, and a wedding bombing in Kuhestak, Iran killed five and injured dozens, underscoring the human cost.
Oil prices rose sharply as markets reacted to renewed U.S.–Iran fighting and Hormuz threat.
U.S. Central Command said it struck IRGC sites in southern Iran on August 31.

Blindspot

Blindspot

A house bombed during a wedding celebration in Kuhestak, Iran, killed at least five civilians and injured 68, including women and children, according to the left-leaning source.
Within this story's sources, this angle appears mainly in Left-leaning coverage and receives less attention in Center-leaning coverage.

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Iran Strikes Jordan

Iranian drones and missiles have repeatedly struck Jordanian military bases that host U.S. forces.
Jordan says the U.S. security partnership remains essential, viewing it as a key counter to Iranian influence.
The 2021 defense-cooperation agreement gives U.S. access to Jordanian installations, including Muwaffaq Salti Air Base.
U.S. aid totals about $1.47 billion, roughly eight percent of Jordan’s annual budget, supporting defense spending.

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