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US moves dozens of F-35, F-15 fighter jets to Jordanian airbase - report

The US deployed over 60 fighter jets, including F-35s and F-15s, plus 68 cargo planes and new air defenses to a Jordan base as deterrence amid Iran nuclear talks.

  • On Friday, the United States military moved dozens of fighter jets to Muwaffaq al‑Salti Air Base in central Jordan, The New York Times reported based on satellite and flight data.
  • In context, analysts note the base serves as a key hub in U.S. preparations for potential strikes on Iran, with Jordanian officials saying the deployment is part of a defense agreement with the United States.
  • A CENTCOM live map showed 30 F-35s, 36 F-15s, more than 60 attack aircraft, at least 68 cargo planes since Sunday, and soldiers installing new air defenses on Friday.
  • Amman insists it will not allow its territory for attacks and Jordanian sources warned of economic and security risks despite non-involvement, while President Trump said on Friday he is considering a limited strike.
  • Over the past month, officials from Jordan, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates praised talks and said they barred attacks on Iran from their soil, while Mojtaba Zarei, Tehran MP, urged Jordanian forces to seize the base.
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This Friday, a large number of U.S. military aircraft landed on a strategic base in Jordan. The U.S. leader has suggested in recent weeks that he could launch an attack on Jordan's...

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The situation remains very tense between the US and Iran. The probability of an American attack is considered very high. Now there are reports that the US is evacuating personnel from military bases in Qatar and that they have three times as many fighter jets at the military base in Jordan.

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Planning for a US military attack on Iran seems to be advancing. Donald Trump is increasing the pressure on the regime in Tehran.

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20minutos broke the news in Madrid, Spain on Friday, February 20, 2026.
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