Satellite images show a large number of U.S. military aircraft at a Jordanian air force base.

Source: Global Times
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According to news from the United States on the 20th, the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan may become a key hub for potential U.S. military operations against Iran.

Satellite images from the 20th show that the U.S. has deployed over 60 military aircraft at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, which is approximately three times the usual number of military aircraft stationed there. The satellite images also reveal the presence of U.S. F-35 stealth fighters, as well as several drones and helicopters. It is reported that a new air defense system has been deployed at the base.

Additionally, a senior advisor to the U.S. president stated on the 20th that President Trump has not yet decided whether to initiate military action against Iran; Trump may never order military action, or he could wake up one day and decide to do so. The senior advisor also mentioned that the U.S. Department of Defense has provided Trump with various options for striking Iran, including targeting Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei and his son Mojtaba.

The U.S. has recently continued to pressure Iran, threatening military intervention. On the 20th, the U.S. Navy's largest aircraft carrier, the USS Ford, and a guided-missile destroyer appeared near the Strait of Gibraltar. Reports indicate that the USS Ford has passed through the Strait of Gibraltar into the Mediterranean Sea and will join the USS Lincoln carrier strike group located in the Persian Gulf.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
over 60 military aircraft
Activity
deployment of U.S. military aircraft and potential planning for military action against Iran
Location
Muwaffaq Salti Air Base · Jordan
Unit
U.S. Armed Forces
Time
20th of the month
Equipment
F-35 stealth fightersdroneshelicoptersnew air defense systems
Summary

Over 60 U.S. military aircraft were deployed at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, indicating a potential key hub for planned military action against Iran. The deployment includes F-35 stealth fighters, drones, and helicopters, along with new air defense systems. U.S. officials have indicated that various military options against Iran are being considered, although President Trump has not made a final decision on military action.

Key Facts
  • Over 60 U.S. military aircraft deployed at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.
  • Deployment is three times the usual number of aircraft at the base.
  • F-35 stealth fighters, drones, and helicopters are among the deployed equipment.
  • New air defense systems have been installed at the base.
  • U.S. President Trump has not yet decided on military action against Iran.