Two American service members were killed in Jordan in what the Pentagon said was an Iranian ballistic missile strike on Saturday. US Central Command also said a third service member is missing, adding to the gravity of an incident involving US forces in the region.
The reported strike puts renewed focus on the risks facing American troops stationed in the Middle East. Jordan is a key US partner, and any deadly attack there is likely to raise tensions further as Washington assesses the security situation and the broader regional fallout.
Based on the information released so far, military officials have not publicly detailed the identities of the troops, the precise circumstances of the strike, or the status of the missing service member beyond CENTCOM's statement. The Pentagon's description of the attack as an Iranian ballistic missile strike underscores the seriousness of the event.
The deaths mark a significant development for US forces operating near an increasingly volatile regional conflict. More details are expected as military officials continue to review the strike and provide updates on the missing service member.
