Iran retaliated against Israel with a barrage of missiles and drones, which were intercepted by American, British, Israeli, and Jordanian forces. The Biden administration praised the successful operation but Middle Eastern allies remained quiet. Jordan, part of the coalition, is in a delicate position due to its proximity to both Iran and Israel. Saudi Arabia and the UAE shared intelligence with the U.S. to safeguard their airspace. Jordan's participation highlights its reliance on American and Israeli support despite historical criticism of Israel's actions.
Key Points
Iran retaliated against Israel with missiles and drones
American, British, Israeli, and Jordanian forces intercepted the attack
Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE shared intelligence with the U.S.
Jordan's participation highlights its reliance on American and Israeli support
Pros
Successful interception of Iranian attack
Demonstrated cooperation among Middle Eastern allies
Cons
Delicate position for Jordan due to proximity to Iran and Israel
Potential backlash from public opinion in Middle Eastern countries