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Two US service members killed, one missing after Iran strikes Jordan base

From Jerusalem Post · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Two US service members were killed and one went missing during Iranian strikes on a base in Jordan.
  • Four other service members were injured but have been released from Jordanian hospitals.
  • US Central Command announced the casualties, with identities withheld pending notification of next of kin.

Two United States service members died in action and one remains missing following Iranian attacks on a base in Jordan on Friday. Four other personnel sustained injuries during the assault, according to a statement released Saturday by the United States Central Command (CENTCOM).

On July 17, two US service members in Jordan were killed in action as US Central Command (CENTCOM) and partner forces defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks.

— CENTCOMStatement confirming casualties during Iranian attacks in Jordan.

The injured service members were transported to Jordanian hospitals for treatment and have since been discharged. CENTCOM noted that other personnel evaluated for minor injuries have returned to their duties. The identities of the deceased service members will not be released until 24 hours after their next of kin have been notified.

Additionally, one service member is currently missing in action.

— CENTCOMStatement detailing the status of personnel following the attacks.

CENTCOM confirmed that its forces, along with partner forces, defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks. The command stated it is withholding further details about the incident as the situation is still developing. The attack marks a significant escalation in regional hostilities.

The four injured service members were evacuated to Jordanian hospitals and have since been discharged.

— CENTCOMUpdate on the condition and treatment of injured personnel.
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