Iran may target Jordan to launch terrorist operations

Jordan, a neighboring country to Israel, has faced increasing security concerns due to a rise in cross-border terrorist incidents and weapon smuggling attempts, likely influenced by Iran. In response to these growing threats, particularly during ongoing conflicts in the region, Israel's Defense Forces (IDF) have established the 96th 'Gilead' Division, specifically stationed along the Jordanian frontier. The geopolitical landscape has heightened alarms as the IDF sources indicate that Iran aims to destabilize Jordan and potentially convert it into a base for proxy terrorist activities. This situation is further complicated by Iran's increasing influence in Iraq, creating a pressing concern for Israel, which finds itself geographically caught between two hostile forces, Iraq and Jordan, with Iran trying to assert its power over the region. Analysts suggest that should Iran successfully establish a land corridor to Israel through Jordan, the implications could be dire, as Iran possesses a large standing military that could threaten Israel's security. This emerging potential front represents not only a shift in conflict zones but a significant geopolitical maneuvering by Iran in its aspirations against Israel. Thus, the unfolding circumstances in Jordan underline a crucial point for both regional stability and the broader Israeli security strategy, as tensions continue to elevate and require vigilant monitoring of the evolving situation.