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Iran Fires Missiles Toward Aqaba, Explosions Heard Near Eilat

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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 4 hours ago

What happened

Iran launched missiles toward the Jordanian city of Aqaba near Israel, causing sirens and explosions near Eilat. The IDF warned of possible spillover into Israeli territory and advised residents to seek shelter if alerts sound. The U.S. Embassy in Jordan warned Americans to avoid Aqaba’s airport and seaport amid security concerns, while Jordan denied evacuation reports.

01Iran fired missiles toward Aqaba, Jordan, near Israel's border.
02Explosions were heard near Eilat, Israel, following the missile launches.
03IDF warned of possible spillover into Israeli territory and potential alerts in southern Israel.
04U.S. Embassy in Jordan advised Americans to avoid Aqaba airport and seaport due to security threats.
05Jordan denied reports of evacuations at Aqaba's airport and seaport.
06Residents were instructed to enter protected spaces if alerts are activated.

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