Jordan downs drone over eastern desert
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- The drone was intercepted over the Eastern Desert in accordance with the rules of engagement.
- The Jordanian Armed Forces reaffirmed their commitment to protecting the Kingdom's borders, sovereignty, and public safety.
The Royal Jordanian Air Force intercepted and shot down an unmanned aerial vehicle (drone) that entered Jordanian airspace at dawn on Tuesday, according to an official statement issued by the spokesperson for the Jordanian Armed Forces – Arab Army.
The drone was detected by the military's tracking and monitoring systems before being engaged and brought down in the Eastern Desert within the territory of the Kingdom, following established rules of engagement.
The official spokesperson emphasized that the Jordanian Armed Forces – Arab Army continue to carry out their duty in guarding the Kingdom's borders and safeguarding its national security and sovereignty.
The statement concluded by stressing that the military will not hesitate or tolerate any threat that compromises the security of the homeland or the safety of its citizens.
