Starting on July 19, 2026, Iran launched a series of missile and drone attacks targeting Jordan and Kuwait, allegedly in retaliation for ongoing US airstrikes against Iranian territory. The attacks initially focused on Aqaba, Jordan, with subsequent waves hitting other parts of the country and US-linked facilities in Kuwait. The Jordanian military reported multiple interception successes, including the downing of several missiles and drones, while noting that some projectiles fell in unpopulated areas without causing casualties or damage.

Contradictory reports emerged regarding the impact of these strikes. While Jordanian authorities officially deny reports of casualties or significant damage, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to have destroyed a US THAAD radar system, a Patriot battery, and helicopter maintenance facilities in Jordan. Additionally, the Iranian regular army claimed to have hit munitions and fuel depots at US-affiliated bases in Kuwait. The situation remains volatile as both sides continue to engage in localized military exchanges, with residents in Jordan and Israel remaining on alert due to the regional proximity of the hostilities.