Updated at 06:59 PM on June 11, 2026

Jordan intercepted 20 missiles launched from Iran.

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Jordan claims to have intercepted and destroyed 20 missiles launched from Iran, after Tehran claimed to be targeting US bases in the region.

On June 11, the Jordan National Center for Security and Crisis Management announced: "The Royal Jordanian Air Force's air defense systems and aircraft intercepted and shot down 20 missiles launched from Iran in the early hours of June 11th targeting the Azraq area in Zarqa province."

The statement also said there were no casualties or material damage caused by the missile debris.

The USS Michael Murphy launches a Tomahawk cruise missile. (Photo: Reuters)

The USS Michael Murphy launches a Tomahawk cruise missile. (Photo: Reuters)

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched an attack. retaliatory attack Targeting US military bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, after the US announced attacks on multiple targets in Iran.

Pakistan, a key mediator in the region, expressed "concern" over the escalation in the Middle East following a second consecutive night of US attacks and Iranian retaliation. Pakistani Foreign Ministry spokesman Tahir Andrabi urged all parties to “abide by the ceasefire agreement reached and cease hostilities to open the way for dialogue and diplomacy.”

In an effort to solidify the temporary ceasefire agreement that began in April, Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also attended “important meetings with Iranian leaders” in Tehran earlier this week.

Meanwhile, India called on the US to stop its series of "attacks" on ships near the Strait of Hormuz, after three Indian sailors were found dead following a US attack on an oil tanker linked to Iran.

“When the attack occurred on the Settebello, we strongly protested to the U.S. side. We believe the welfare of our seafaring community is paramount and that these attacks must stop.” Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal provided this information.

According to CNN, a senior Iranian official issued a warning. war with America The conflict will continue unless Washington respects Tehran's interests. Specifically, Iran will "respond more aggressively and forcefully" to any future US attacks, and the fate of the conflict depends on Washington's actions.

(Source: CNN)
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