US military says two service members killed in Iranian strike in Jordan
Summary
Two US service members were killed and four were injured in an Iranian missile and drone attack in Jordan, according to the US military. One service member is still missing, and the attacks mark a rise in tensions after a breakdown in a previous understanding meant to pause fighting between the US, Israel, and Iran.Key Facts
- On July 17, two US military personnel died in an Iranian attack in Jordan.
- Four other service members were injured and treated in Jordanian hospitals but have been released.
- One US service member is currently missing following the attack.
- The US Central Command confirmed the attack involved Iranian ballistic missiles and drones.
- The attack comes after a failed memorandum of understanding meant to reduce conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran.
- Both the US and Iran have attacked civilian infrastructure like bridges and water plants in the region.
- The Gulf Cooperation Council called recent Iranian attacks on Gulf states “war crimes” and dangerous escalations.
- Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei criticized recent US strikes, questioning the value of President Trump’s agreements.
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