Iran Strikes US Military Base in Jordan, Killing Several Troops

On July 21, 2026, Iran launched missile strikes targeting a US military base in Jordan, hitting housing units, a gym, a hangar, and sleeping quarters. The IRGC claimed responsibility, stating that several US troops were killed. Jordan reported intercepting five Iranian drones since the previous night.

The Pentagon identified three American soldiers killed in the attack. The strikes also targeted US-linked positions in Bahrain and Kuwait, according to Iranian state media. The incident sparked outrage in the US, with some blaming the deaths on support for Israel.