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Two U.S. service members killed, one missing after Iran attacked Jordan base

Two U.S. service members killed, one missing after Iran attacked Jordan base

Two U.S. service members killed, one missing after Iran attacked Jordan base

Iran used ballistic missiles and drones to carry out a retaliatory attack on Jordan’s Mouwafak Sarti air base, killing two U.S. service members and leaving another missing.

In retaliation for recent U.S. bombing campaigns, Iran attacked Jordan’s Muwafak-Salti air base on July 17, 2026, using ballistic missiles and drones. It is understood that the base is stationed with A large number of U.S. troops stationed.

The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed the attack in a statement on July 18, saying that the attack resulted in the death of two U.S. military personnel and that the whereabouts of another U.S. military personnel are unknown. Several others were injured but have since returned to duty, and four of them were evacuated to Jordanian hospitals, Central Command said.

The attack on the Jordanian base came after a week of mutual attacks between the United States and Iran. As of July 17, the U.S. military has conducted 7 consecutive strike nightIran responded by attacking neighboring countries such as Kuwait, Jordan and Qatar.

Muwafak Sarti air base under attack

Strike at mowafaksalti air base The incident occurred on the night of July 17-18. According to public sources, at least two missiles hit the base.

NASA’s Fire Information Resource Management System (FIRMS) satellite reported two heat sources at the base around 2:00 a.m. local time. The areas marked by FIRMS appear to be residential areas for personnel.

A video that appears to have been taken from a residential area shows the moment a missile hits the ground.

There is currently no information on the extent of the damage, central commandThe statement on the afternoon of July 18 confirmed for the first time the damage and casualties at the base.

As has happened before, the attack on the Jordanian base could trigger a new wave of attacks from the United States. As of this writing, there has been no reaction or statement from the U.S. leadership.

U.S.-Iran relations

Although most of the U.S. aircraft deployed to the Middle East returned home in early July, the U.S. military struck Iranian targets one after another, demonstrating effective strikes. Fragile ceasefire collapses.

As mentioned in the opening statement, Central Command confirmed that the attacks occurred on seven consecutive nights. Targets include surveillance sites, military logistics infrastructure, underground weapons storage depots and maritime capabilities.

Central Command said its goal was to “further degrade Iran’s military capabilities,” particularly those “used to threaten ships freely transiting the Strait of Hormuz.” Iran called this an unjustified act of aggression.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that any country with US bases involved in attacks against Iran should expect a response. The IRGC also claimed it had only attacked military installations.

However, countries surrounding the Gulf have reported Iranian attacks that have hit civilian infrastructure, including water and electricity. Kuwait confirmed injuries to emergency workers and civilians, while other countries reported intercepting Iranian attacks.

At the same time, the United States is once again deploying more fighter jets to the region. According to reports, this includes RAF LakenheathUK and Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany.