Israeli report says Jordan and UAE to support potential US attack on Iran

Jordan, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom would provide logistical and intelligence support to the US military in the event of an attack on Iran, according to an Israeli media report.

The daily Israel Hayom reported on Sunday that senior figures in Donald Trump’s administration are pushing for what it described as a “strong attack” on Iran, framing it as a “fundamental strategic move”.

The report said the move is also backed by Abu Dhabi and several European countries, including the UK.

According to Israel Hayom, the UAE, Britain and Jordan would share intelligence and operational data to support Washington, and could also play a role in intercepting Iranian missiles and drones launched in retaliation.

Such defensive operations would aim to protect Israel, US military bases in the Middle East and key energy infrastructure in the Gulf, the report said.

However, the extent of Britain’s participation remains unclear, particularly in light of Trump’s recent comments playing down the role of allies in supporting US forces during the war in Afghanistan.

The report comes as US Central Command (Centcom) chief Admiral Brad Cooper arrived in Israel on Saturday for meetings with senior Israeli security officials.

An Israeli security source said the two militaries have never been so closely connected, with plans to share intelligence, logistical support and air defence systems to counter perceived threats from Iran.

Several sources, including an Arab diplomat and a Gulf official, have voiced concern over potential US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Gulf states fear they could be caught in the crossfire.

Gulf countries have opposed US strikes because they fear they could be caught in the crossfire.

Saudi Arabia, Oman and Qatar have led efforts to dissuade the US from launching new strikes, while the UAE’s position remains unclear, with mixed signals from officials and experts.