Iran Fires Missiles Toward Aqaba, Explosions Heard Near Eilat
How 5 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By יענקי פרבר
First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 19, 2026
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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