# Two US troops killed in Iranian attack Pentagon confirms casualties in Jordan following Iranian missile and drone strikes. - **Source:** [Business Insider](https://www.businessinsider.com) - **Published:** 2026-07-18 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/1f791fd2-7965-4af8-927a-c1f59386b6f1 ## Casualties of the attack The Pentagon announced that two US service members were killed, one is missing, and several others were injured in an Iranian attack in Jordan. These are the first US military fatalities in the Middle East conflict since March. ## Escalation of tensions Tensions between the US and Iran have risen again after a fragile ceasefire collapsed. Iran has attacked vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and launched missile and drone strikes at countries hosting US bases. ## US countermeasures In response to Iran's attacks, the US has conducted nearly daily airstrikes targeting surveillance sites, weapon depots, maritime capabilities, and other military facilities in Iran. ## Impact of the casualties The US military casualties are expected to trigger a strong response from the Trump administration. This incident could further escalate tensions and lead to new conflicts in the region. ## Origin of the conflict The conflict began with surprise attacks by the US and Israel on Iran on February 28. So far, 16 US service members have been killed, and over 425 have been injured in the hostilities. ## Regional dynamics US Central Command, which oversees military operations in the Middle East, stated that US and allied forces were defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks during the strikes. Four injured service members were hospitalized but have since been discharged. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.businessinsider.com/us-troops-killed-iran-war-attack-pentagon-2026-7 — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._