Baghdad: The Iranian Revolutionary Guard announced on Saturday the complete destruction of five American aircraft in a missile and drone attack targeting the US base in Azraq, Jordan. The attack marks a significant escalation in tensions between Iran and the United States, with the Revolutionary Guard taking responsibility for the assault on the strategically important military installation.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Revolutionary Guard released a statement confirming that its Aerospace Force executed a coordinated missile and drone offensive on the American military facility in Azraq. The statement elaborated on the operation’s success, claiming the total destruction of at least two fighter jets and three other aircraft, along with considerable damage inflicted on several additional targets at the base.

The attack underscores ongoing hostilities in the region, with the Azraq base serving as a pivotal location for American military operations. The reported destruction of US aircraft is likely to intensify diplomatic and military responses, as both nations navigate an already fraught relationship. The incident also raises questions about the security of American installations in the Middle East and the potential for further confrontations.