Drones intercepted over Jordan likely launched by Iran-backed Iraqi militias, source tells 'Post'

Three drones intercepted over Jordan on Monday and Tuesday were likely launched by Iran-backed Shi'ite militias in Iraq, a source told The Jerusalem Post. The IDF confirmed the interceptions, stating the aircraft did not cross into Israeli territory. Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel is prepared for potential further drone attacks from Iraq.

Three drones intercepted over Jordan on Monday and Tuesday were likely launched by Iran-backed Shi'ite militias in Iraq, a source told The Jerusalem Post on Tuesday. The IDF intercepted two drones at approximately 11 a.m. on Monday and a third shortly before 6 a.m. on Tuesday. The IDF stated the aircraft did not cross into Israeli territory and the source of the launch is under investigation. Defense Minister Israel Katz told Channel 14's "Bitchonistim" that Israel is prepared for potential further drone attacks from Iraq. The Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), the largest alliance of Iran-backed militias in Iraq, had not claimed responsibility at the time of writing. The PMF, which includes militias such as Badr and Kataib Hezbollah, has previously launched attacks on infrastructure belonging to countries viewed as enemies by Iran, including targeting the Kurdistan Regional Government's buildings in Erbil, US bases in Jordan and Syria, and oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. The PMF is also linked to a drone attack targeting Riyadh in January 2021.