Tensions have escalated in the Middle East, with Jordan's air defenses intercepting missiles launched from Iran. The country's military reported that five missiles were intercepted and destroyed early Wednesday. This incident occurred after the US military knocked down an Iranian missile barrage targeting American forces in the region.

The US Central Command had been working with Saudi Arabia's forces to launch strikes against militias in Iraq. Further details on the situation are available from the US Central Command and other sources, including the Jordanian military and Iranian state-run news agency IRNA.