Jordan to allow Israeli use of airspace to thwart Iranian attack - report

Jordan will permit Israel to use its airspace to counter a potential Iranian retaliatory attack for the killing of a Hamas leader, citing security interests and its US alliance, according to Israel's Channel 12.

However, Jordan officially has denied allowing Israel to intercept missiles and drones in its airspace.

On Friday, Jordanian state-owned Al-Mamlaka TV cited an informed source who emphasized that Jordan "won't allow using its airspace under any circumstances and to any party," adding that the country will not permit a military response from any belligerent party at this time.

U.S. President Joe Biden and Jordan's King Abdullah attend a press conference, following their meeting, at the White House in Washington, U.S., February 12, 2024.
U.S. President Joe Biden and Jordan's King Abdullah attend a press conference, following their meeting, at the White House in Washington, U.S., February 12, 2024.