Bloomberg, citing a US official, reported that Iran has destroyed a $300 million radar system in Jordan that was crucial for operating the United States’ missile defense network in the Gulf region. The radar, part of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, was located at Jordan’s Muwaffaq Salti Air Base. Satellite imagery analyzed by CNN showed that the RTX Corporation’s AN/TPY-2 radar, along with its batteries and support equipment, was destroyed early in the conflict. A US official later confirmed the destruction of the equipment.

According to Bloomberg, the United States operates eight THAAD missile defense systems worldwide, including in South Korea and Guam. The Center for Strategic and International Studies estimates that each THAAD battery costs about one billion dollars, with roughly $300 million allocated for the radar component. The loss of the radar could weaken the region’s ability to counter future attacks, as it played a key role in the US missile defense network.

Jordan’s Foreign Ministry has summoned Iran’s ambassador in Amman to protest attacks targeting Jordan and other Arab countries. The move followed a series of retaliatory missile launches by Tehran after joint U.S.-Israeli strikes across Iran on Saturday. Jordan reported that several dozen of those missiles were intercepted and destroyed within its airspace.

In a statement, the Jordanian Foreign Ministry reaffirmed the country’s commitment to protecting its sovereignty and ensuring the safety of its citizens. Authorities confirmed that no casualties had been reported inside Jordan from the intercepted missiles. The incident underscores rising regional tensions following the exchange of strikes involving Iran, the United States, and Israel.

The situation has drawn concern from the United States and Gulf allies, who described Iran’s actions as dangerous, according to the report.

Jordan’s military reported intercepting two ballistic missiles that entered its airspace before impact. The incident occurred as regional tensions intensified, with multiple explosions reported across the Middle East on Saturday. Al Jazeera said it was unclear who launched the missiles.

According to AFP, explosions were also heard in several areas of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, though authorities have not yet issued an official statement or confirmed casualties. Meanwhile, reports from international media indicated that Iran launched retaliatory missile strikes following joint attacks by Israel and the United States on the office of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Bahrain confirmed that its territory, including the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet headquarters, was targeted.

Explosions were also reported in Kuwait and Abu Dhabi, with witnesses describing smoke rising from affected areas. The situation remains fluid as regional governments assess damage and potential responses.

Jordan’s air force carried out airstrikes on Islamic State (IS) targets in Syria over the weekend as part of a US-led military campaign. The country’s army announced the operation on Sunday, according to a report by AFP. The strikes were conducted on Saturday in coordination with international coalition partners.

According to the Jordanian military statement, the main objective of the operation was to weaken the capabilities of terrorist groups and prevent their efforts to reorganize. The statement emphasized that Jordan remains committed to cooperating in counterterrorism operations to ensure regional and international security.

The announcement underscores Jordan’s ongoing participation in multinational efforts aimed at curbing extremist networks operating in the region, reflecting its continued alignment with coalition strategies against IS.

Israeli forces conducted multiple airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military installations in and around Tehran. In retaliation, Iran launched a massive drone attack on Tel Aviv, sending over a hundred drones toward Israeli targets.

As tensions escalated, Jordan closed its airspace to all flights. The Jordanian Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) stated that the closure was a temporary measure taken in light of potential risks stemming from the regional conflict.

Jordanian security forces shot and killed an Indian citizen attempting to illegally cross into Israel. The deceased, identified as 47-year-old Thomas Gabriel Perera from Kerala, arrived in Jordan on February 5 with a group of four on a tourist visa. Perera and his companion, Edison, were reportedly lured by an Indian worker in Jordan with the promise of employment in Israel. Despite warnings, Perera attempted to cross the border, prompting Jordanian border guards to open fire.