US attacks Iran’s Revolutionary Guard over two troops killed in Jordan

The United States launched airstrikes against Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in response to attacks that resulted in the deaths of two U.S. service members in Jordan and left one missing. This escalation marks the eighth consecutive day of U.S. strikes targeting various sites within Iran.

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targeted Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces that launched attacks against US service members in Jordan on July 17

According to U.S. Central Command, the retaliatory strikes hit IRGC forces responsible for the attacks on American personnel in Jordan. Additionally, the U.S. military targeted Iranian military coastal surveillance and air defense facilities, as well as maritime capabilities and sites storing missiles and drones. The National Guard, a key power base controlling Iran's ballistic missile arsenal, was reportedly targeted specifically for the first time.

These actions occurred amidst a broader regional conflict. Iran had previously launched attacks against U.S. allies in the Middle East, including Kuwait and Bahrain. These assaults targeted vital civilian infrastructure, such as power and water desalination plants, which are critical for arid regions like Kuwait. Kuwait's air defenses were activated, and the country reported injuries to firefighters and workers battling blazes sparked by the strikes. Bahrain also activated air sirens, while Jordan's air defense systems intercepted Iranian missiles.

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Iranian military coastal surveillance and air defence facilities, maritime capabilities and missile and drone storage sites

The Gulf Cooperation Council condemned Iran's actions, labeling the strikes on civilian infrastructure as "war crimes" that violate international law and the UN Charter. Jasem Mohamed al-Budaiwi, the secretary general, stated that the "repeated targeting of these vital facilities reveals a systematic hostile approach." Reports also indicated that an oil facility in Kuwait was targeted, causing injuries and significant material losses.

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Iran’s actions constitute a highly dangerous escalation, a grave violation of international law and the United Nations Charter, as well as war crimes requiring international accountability and prosecution, given the deliberate targeting of infrastructure and civilian facilities