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| US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meet in Washington as Iran launches missiles toward US forces in the region. |
Iran Strikes US Bases as Trump Meets Netanyahu in Washington
TEHRAN — July 29, 2026
Iran launched ballistic missiles toward US military positions in the Middle East as US President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, marking a new escalation after a temporary pause in fighting.
The US military said Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) fired multiple ballistic missiles in what it described as an attempted surprise attack against American forces in the region. US Central Command said all missiles were intercepted and that American forces remained on high alert.
Jordan reported several missile interceptions over its territory. The country, which hosts US forces, has previously been involved in regional air defense operations as tensions have increased across the Middle East.
The IRGC said its forces targeted a US airbase and a Central Command facility in Jordan with ballistic missiles. Iranian officials said the strikes were a response to continued threats and military actions against Iran.
The attack came after Trump suspended a two-week US bombing campaign against Iran on July 24, saying discussions with Tehran were taking place. Iran has denied seeking a return to negotiations with Washington, while Trump has warned that military action could resume if talks fail.
The missile launches happened while Trump was holding talks with Netanyahu at the White House. Israeli officials have pushed for continued pressure on Iran, including concerns over Iran’s nuclear activities.
The latest escalation also affected global energy markets. Oil prices increased after news of the attack, with US crude futures rising above $82 per barrel and Brent crude moving above $88 per barrel as traders assessed the potential impact on regional supply routes.
Tensions have also continued around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil shipments. The IRGC said it had stopped three oil tankers after they allegedly ignored warnings and used what Iran called an unsafe route.
Iran has rejected a proposal from Oman to share management responsibilities for shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian officials said Tehran wants to oversee shipping activity on its side of the waterway while Oman manages part of the opposite side.
The latest developments have increased concerns that diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions could face new challenges as military activity and disputes over regional waterways continue.
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