Why is Iran shifting its focus and attacking the Kingdom of Jordan? – analysis

Iran is escalating its attacks on Jordan, including a recent targeting of Aqaba and previous strikes that killed US soldiers. This shift is interpreted as Iran's strategy to retaliate across a broad front, from Lebanon to the Gulf of Oman, whenever it is attacked, aiming to terrorize the region and US forces. Jordan, a long-standing Western ally with historical ties to the UK and a 1994 peace deal with Israel, finds itself in a precarious position due to its strategic location between several conflict zones. The article highlights that Iran's actions, such as the January 2024 attack on Tower 22 that killed three Americans, are intended to deter Jordan from hosting American troops. Iran is also sending similar messages through attacks in Kuwait, Bahrain, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, demonstrating its capability to strike across the region.