U.S. military says two troops dead, one missing after Iran attacks base in Jordan
The U.S. military reported two troop deaths and one missing following an Iranian-backed drone and missile attack on a base in Jordan. Iran has warned of further consequences if the U.S. continues its military actions in the region.
Why it matters
This marks a significant escalation in direct hostilities between the U.S. and Iran, threatening regional stability and global energy security.
The U.S. military on Saturday (July 18, 2026) announced its first troop deaths due to direct Iranian fire since the opening days of the war, with two killed and another missing in an attack on a base in Jordan after days of intensifying exchanges of fire.
Friday's (July 17, 2026) drone and missile attack sent four other service members to hospitals, the military said. The dead were not identified. Since the war began, 16 U.S. service members have been killed and over 430 wounded.
Minutes before the announcement, Iran's supreme leader warned of “unforgettable lessons” if the U.S. keeps attacking the Islamic Republic.
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