Iran has launched a major ballistic missile barrage towards Jordan, with the IRGC claiming its missiles targeted a US-linked military facility and caused heavy damage to aircraft-related infrastructure. According to Iranian claims, the operation targeted Al-Azraq air base in Jordan, with areas used by US F-35, F-16 and F-15 fighter aircraft allegedly coming under attack. Iranian media has also identified Muwaffaq Al-Salti Air Base as the reported target, although the claims of damage remain unconfirmed. Jordanian authorities say their air defences intercepted 18 of 20 Iranian missiles detected heading towards the country's territory. Footage circulating from Jordan appears to show projectiles and explosions in the night sky as the country responds to the incoming barrage. WATCH

Trump has vowed to “hit Iran hard” after the first direct exchange of fire between the US and Iran in weeks, raising fears of a fresh escalation in the Middle East. The latest confrontation comes after US forces reportedly struck Iranian targets, followed by Iranian missile and drone attacks on US-linked positions in the region. President Donald Trump has warned of a strong response as tensions remain high.