On July 18, 2026, US Central Command reported that two US service members were killed during Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks in Jordan. A third service member is currently listed as missing in action.
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Two US service members killed in Iranian missile and drone attacks in Jordan
US Central Command announced that two US service members were killed and one is missing in action following Iranian missile and drone attacks in Jordan on July 18, 2026. The incident involved a wave of attacks targeting US forces.
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Iran kills 2 US troops defending base in Jordan during barrage of ballistic missiles, drones with 1 more MIA
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Two US service members killed in Iranian missile and drone attacks in Jordan