On July 29, 2026, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for an attack on a Jordanian air base near the Syrian border, stating it was in retaliation for Israeli strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island on July 28. The IRGC said the attack killed several US soldiers, but US officials denied any casualties.
According to a US defense official speaking to Reuters on condition of anonymity, there were no US casualties and no damage to US facilities. The official added that the US is assessing the situation and coordinating with Jordanian authorities.
The IRGC's statement, carried by Iran's state-run Press TV, said the attack used drones and missiles. Jordan's government confirmed an incident at a military base but did not provide details on casualties or damage. The base is used by US forces for training and operations against Islamic State militants.
The attack comes amid heightened tensions following Israeli airstrikes on Qeshm Island, which Iran said killed several people and damaged military sites. Israel has not commented on the strikes. The US has urged restraint from all parties to prevent a wider regional conflict.
