The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the death of two US service members and the loss of a third while repelling Iranian attacks with ballistic missiles and drones in Jordan on July 17.

CENTCOM stated that US and partner forces were conducting defensive operations to repel the Iranian attacks, noting that four US soldiers were evacuated to hospitals in Jordan for treatment before being cleared to leave, while others with minor injuries returned to duty.

The Central Command confirmed that it would withhold any additional information, including the identities of the deceased soldiers, out of respect for their families, until 24 hours after their next of kin have been officially notified.