Pakistan, July 29 -- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed it launched ballistic missiles at a United States military base and a US Central Command (CENTCOM) facility in Jordan, further escalating tensions across the Middle East. The group also claimed that three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz were stopped after allegedly ignoring warnings. The claims come amid growing regional instability following recent military actions involving several countries.

Jordan's armed forces said their air defence systems intercepted and destroyed five missiles launched from Iran that were heading toward Jordanian territory. Military officials said the interceptions took place at dawn but did not provide details about the intended targe...