The source added that Jordan’s Air Force remains in a “high state of readiness,” with Armed Forces operating around the clock to defend the country’s borders by land, sea, and air.
On Friday, June 13, Israel launched airstrikes against Iran as part of Operation Rising Lion, targeting Iran’s nuclear programme, key military installations, and residential areas in Tehran and other cities. The attacks reportedly killed several commanders and scientists.
Iran has vowed a strong retaliation, warning that Israel will pay a “heavy price” for the strikes, even as global leaders urge both nations to avoid further escalation.
Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, said the Israeli regime has sealed a “bitter and painful” destiny for itself. “With this crime, the Zionist regime has prepared for itself a bitter, painful fate, which it will definitely see,” he posted on the social media platform X.
The US has denied involvement in the attack, despite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu crediting US President Donald Trump’s ‘leadership’ in confronting Iran, and Israeli claims that the strikes were supported by the US.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated that the operation was a unilateral Israeli action and urged Iran not to target US interests or personnel.
First Published: Jun 13, 2025 2:16 PM IS
