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The soldiers were the first U.S. troops to die from hostile fire in the region since an early April truce. The deaths came as both sides expanded the scope and intensity of their attacks.
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NYTimes – World NYT
Iran War Live Updates: 2 U.S. Service Members Killed and 1 Missing in Iranian Attack on Jordan
They were the first U.S. troops to die from hostile fire in the region since an early April truce. The deaths came as both sides expanded the scope and intensity of their attacks.
NPR
Two American service members killed in Jordan amid escalating war with Iran
Two U.S. service members in Jordan have been confirmed killed while one is missing in an escalating conflict with Iran. Iran's supreme leader warns Washington of "unforgettable lessons" to come.
Guardian
Two US troops killed and one missing in Jordan after Iranian attack
Kuwait also says civilian sites and infrastructure targeted and sirens sound in Bahrain as Iran strikes US allies Two US troops were killed and one remains missing in Jordan after Iran launched a wave of attacks against US allies in the Middle East. Iran’s attacks came as the renewal of US strikes on Iran entered a second week and fighting escalated over the strait of Hormuz. Continue reading...
NPR – World NPR
2 U.S. service members killed, 1 missing after Iranian attack in Jordan
Two U.S. service members were killed in action while "partner forces defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks," U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
Euronews
Two US troops killed in Jordan by Iranian attacks, US military says
The two servicemen were killed Friday as the US and partner forces defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks, according to a statement from the US military.
