TEHRAN July 15, 2026 — Iranian military sources released video footage on Wednesday claiming to show drone launches targeting a U.S.-linked air base in Jordan, the latest in a series of retaliatory strikes amid the ongoing 2026 U.S.-Iran conflict.
The short nighttime video, widely shared on social media by accounts including @BRICSinfo and other regional observers, depicts bright fiery trails consistent with drone or missile launches, followed by distant explosions and impacts. Iran’s armed forces stated that the operation targeted U.S. positions at Jordan’s Azraq Air Base (also known as Muwaffaq Salti Air Base), which hosts American aircraft and personnel.
This development follows multiple Iranian claims of attacks on Jordanian facilities in recent days:
- On July 9, Iran launched ballistic missiles at the Azraq base; Jordan reported intercepting most of them with no casualties or major damage.
- Around July 12–13, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed to have struck the Prince Hassan Air Base with missiles and drones, asserting destruction of a command-and-control center and drone hangars.
- On July 14–15, Iranian statements described additional drone attacks on U.S. facilities at the Azraq base.
Jordanian military authorities have repeatedly stated that their air defenses intercepted incoming Iranian projectiles, with debris falling in some cases but no reported injuries or significant infrastructure damage.
Satellite view of Muwaffaq Salti (Azraq) Air Base in Jordan, a key facility hosting U.S. military assets.
The video release occurs against the backdrop of intensified fighting in the region. The conflict, which escalated significantly in 2026, involves U.S. strikes on Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz area and Iranian retaliatory actions against U.S. and allied bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
U.S. officials have previously characterized some Iranian claims as exaggerated or propaganda, while reporting no American casualties in several of the reported incidents. Jordan, a close U.S. ally, has emphasized its commitment to defending its airspace while navigating the delicate geopolitical situation.
As is typical with state-released military footage during active conflicts, independent verification of the specific impacts shown in the video is ongoing. Similar videos have circulated in previous rounds of exchanges, often serving both informational and messaging purposes.
No immediate official response from the Pentagon or Jordanian authorities specifically addressing the latest video was available at the time of reporting, though the pattern of Jordanian intercepts in prior incidents suggests a high success rate for their air defenses.
The situation remains fluid, with risks of further escalation in the Gulf region. Oil markets have shown sensitivity to the developments, reflecting concerns over potential disruptions to global energy supplies.
Stay tuned for updates as more details emerge from official channels on both sides.
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