Jordanian army issues statement on drone which left two children injured

A source from the Jordanian Armed Forces–Arab Army said Thursday that an explosive-laden drone crashed in the Azraq area after failing to reach its intended range.

The drone lost guidance and fell next to a home in a residential area within the Urban Development Zone, injuring two children and causing material damage. Loud explosions were heard following the incident.

According to experts from the Royal Engineering Corps, the crash was caused by a technical malfunction in the drone’s operating system. The explosion created a crater measuring 3.2 meters in diameter and 90 centimeters deep. Debris from the drone was found up to 200 meters away.

Shrapnel damaged the façade of a nearby home. Civil Defense personnel, engineering units, and security forces responded to the scene, transported the injured, and launched an investigation.

The Armed Forces urged the public not to touch or tamper with any debris, warning that some parts may contain toxic materials and could pose serious risks.

Citizens were also advised not to gather near the site of any suspicious object and to report such findings immediately. The military stressed the importance of following official guidance and avoiding the spread of rumors.