German Troops in Iraq and Jordan Face Attacks Amidst Regional Tensions

German military bases in Iraq and Jordan have been targeted in recent attacks following escalating tensions in the Middle East, though no injuries have been reported among German personnel. The attacks underscore the increasing risk faced by international forces stationed in the region as the conflict between Iran and its adversaries intensifies.

Recent Attacks and German Response

On March 10, 2026, reports surfaced that a Bundeswehr military camp at the Al-Azraq Air Base in Jordan was hit by Iranian ballistic missiles . Earlier, on March 1, 2026, attacks targeted military facilities in Iraq and Jordan housing German troops . The German military confirmed that its base in Jordan was struck, with a spokesperson stating an investigation is underway to determine if the impact was from debris or a missile .

German soldiers were reportedly safe in protected structures or accommodations at the time of the attacks, and air defense systems intercepted some of the incoming projectiles . The German Defense Ministry clarified that German soldiers were not the primary target of the attacks .

German Military Presence in the Middle East

Germany has approximately 500 soldiers stationed in the Middle East across multiple countries . This includes over 200 personnel deployed in Iraq, Jordan, and Lebanon as part of multinational units . Additional German soldiers are stationed in Kuwait and Qatar.

The Bundeswehr is currently involved in two main military missions in the region:

• UNIFIL (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon): More than 200 German soldiers and a German navy frigate are contributing to securing Lebanon’s maritime borders and preventing weapons smuggling by sea .
• Training of Lebanese Soldiers: The Bundeswehr is also engaged in training soldiers in the Lebanese Navy .

Germany’s Stance and Potential Withdrawal

Despite the attacks, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has stated that Germany is not a party to the war and that the German military will not participate in the conflict . However, the ongoing hostilities have raised questions about the future of the German military presence in the region, with some considering whether the approximately 500 soldiers should be withdrawn.

The Defense Ministry has emphasized that precautions were taken to protect German soldiers in the Middle East . The bases themselves are not operated by the German Bundeswehr, which functions as a “guest” alongside troops from other nations, including the United States.