Amman: Bahrain has deployed fighter jets to Jordan to support the US-led air campaign against Daesh, Jordan’s information minister said on Monday.
The move comes a week after the UAE deployed an F-16 squadron to Jordan to take part in the air strikes against militants who control swathes of Iraq and Syria.
“This move highlights the brotherly ties between Jordan and Bahrain, and comes in line with our belief in the importance of the war against terrorism,” Information Minister Mohammad Al Momani told AFP.
“Jordan appreciates the support provided by Bahrain, as we also appreciate UAE support too.”
Bahraini state media did not specify the number of aircraft that had been sent to Jordan on Sunday but said the deployment was to assist in “international efforts to eliminate terrorism.”
