BREAKING: 2 US service members killed defending against Iranian attack in Jordan: CENTCOM
“Out of respect for the families, CENTCOM will withhold additional information, including the identities of the fallen warriors, until 24 hours after the next of kin have been notified.”
Two US service members were killed in Jordan on July 17 while helping defend against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks, according to US Central Command (CENTCOM).
CENTCOM said the troops were killed in action during operations alongside partner forces. The command also said one additional US service member remains missing.
Four American service members were medically evacuated to hospitals in Jordan following the attack. CENTCOM said all four have since been discharged, while other personnel treated for minor injuries have returned to duty.
“Out of respect for the families, CENTCOM will withhold additional information, including the identities of the fallen warriors, until 24 hours after the next of kin have been notified,” the command said in a statement.
CENTCOM did not immediately release further details about the attack or the circumstances surrounding the missing service member.