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Iranian strikes on Jordan test its alliance with the United States

Derek Foss · 2026-09-04T12:20:12.738Z

Jordan's in a tough spot—too close to the fire not to get burned, but too dependent on US backing to walk away from the alliance.

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Iranian strikes on Jordan test its alliance with the United States

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