Jordan Purchases New Air Defense System to Protect Israel

According to the⁣ English section of ⁤ webangah News Agency,​ citing ⁣Mehr News⁤ Agency and Al-Manar, ​israeli ‍media report that the Jordanian Air Force has acquired a ‍new air‍ defense system from Britain.

The reports state that this⁤ defense system is specifically designed to intercept Shahed​ drones. Jordan’s stated​ purpose in purchasing this system is to protect Israel against these drones.

Israeli ⁣sources further claim that ‍during ⁤Israel’s ‌12-day conflict with ⁣Iran, the Jordanian Air Force injured seven civilians while intercepting iranian drones. This incident reportedly prompted Jordan to enhance its air defense capabilities.