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Jordan Remains Dependent on US Despite Iranian Attacks on Its Soil
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First reported by Walla · 10 hours ago
What happened
Jordan faces repeated Iranian attacks targeting US forces on its soil but cannot limit American military presence due to heavy economic and security dependence on the US. Despite casualties and damage, Jordan maintains its strategic partnership, hosting around 4,000 US troops under a defense agreement respecting its sovereignty.
- 01Jordan suffers nightly Iranian attacks targeting US forces on its territory without retaliating.
- 02The US provides Jordan with over $1.65 billion in aid, increasing military support by $500 million this year.
- 03Jordan is resource-poor and relies on the US as a strategic protector against regional threats.
- 04Iranian strikes have killed two US soldiers and injured dozens, damaging Jordan's tourism sector.
- 05Jordanian officials stress US forces operate under agreements respecting Jordanian sovereignty.
- 06About 4,000 US troops are stationed in Jordan, with plans to expand military cooperation.
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