Iran's Revolutionary Guards: They targeted U.S. air base in Jordan with ballistic missiles - Fars News

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on July 9, 2026, that it launched 10 ballistic missiles targeting the U.S. command-and-control center in West Asia and the Al-Azraq Air Base in Jordan, according to a statement published by Fars News Agency. The IRGC claimed the attack “destroyed” the two facilities and warned that further U.S. military actions in the region could lead to additional strikes on U.S. bases.

Jordan reported that its air defense systems intercepted and downed eight of the incoming missiles. The strike adds to a series of recent military escalations between Iran and the U.S., including reported attacks on U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. These developments have heightened regional tensions and raised concerns about the potential for broader conflict, which could disrupt global energy markets and trade routes.

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit point, has also been a focal point of recent tensions, with reports indicating that Iran has effectively closed the strait following an incident involving vessels that ignored warnings. The ongoing standoff underscores the geopolitical risks facing investors and highlights the potential for further volatility in the region.