Amman: Iran announced it launched ballistic missiles targeting a US base in Jordan early Wednesday. This act was in response to US military actions involving strikes on Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and near Kharg Island, located off the coast of Iran. The attacks resulted in the destruction of five Iranian tankers, according to US reports.

According to France24.com, the Iranian government emphasized that the missile strike was a direct consequence of the US military's actions against its oil transportation vessels. The incident marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two nations, as both parties have accused each other of aggressive actions in the strategically crucial region.

The US has yet to release detailed information on the extent of damage or potential casualties resulting from the missile strike on its base in Jordan. However, the destruction of the Iranian tankers has been confirmed as part of a broader effort to counter what the US perceives as threats to international shipping routes and regional stability.