Jordan summons Iranian envoy over repeated attacks and inflammatory statements

Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates summoned Iran’s chargé d’affaires in Amman on Monday, 20 July, to deliver a formal protest against what it described as repeated attacks and inflammatory statements originating from Tehran. The diplomatic escalation follows a series of incidents that Jordanian officials claim target the Kingdom’s sovereignty and domestic stability. Protest over sovereignty violations The ministry issued a strongly worded letter to the Iranian envoy, demanding an immediate cessation of hostile rhetoric and physical incursions. While the specific nature of the most recent "attacks" was not detailed in the immediate government communique, Amman has previously raised concerns regarding drone incursions and smuggling attempts across its northern and eastern borders that it links to Iranian-backed regional militias. The official notification stated that Jordan rejects any attempts to interfere in its internal affairs or undermine its security apparatus. The summoning was triggered by a recent surge in statements by Iranian officials that the Jordanian government classifies as "offensive" to its leadership and national institutions. Regional tensions and security This diplomatic tension comes at a time of heightened regional instability, with Jordan frequently finding itself positioned as a buffer between competing regional powers. The Kingdom has intensified its border security operations throughout 2026, citing a rise in sophisticated weaponry…