Another soldier is currently listed as missing in action while four others were injured in the strikes and have been successfully treated.
Two American soldiers have been confirmed killed in Iranian strikes on an American military base in Jordan.
Another soldier is currently listed as missing while four others were injured in the strikes and have been successfully treated, the Use Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Saturday.
“On July 17, two U.S. service members in Jordan were killed in action as U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) and partner forces defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks. Additionally, one service member is currently missing,” CENTCOM wrote on X.
“Four American service members were medically evacuated to Jordanian hospitals. They have since been discharged. Other personnel who were evaluated 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.”
PREMIUM TIMES earlier quoted American media as reporting that many US soldiers were injured in recent Iranian strikes on an American base in Jordan.
Iran has continued to target American bases in the Gulf in retaliation for American strikes on Iran.
CENTCOM earlier announced that the US carried out strikes on Friday night for the seventh consecutive night in a row.
Apart from targeting Iranian military facilities, the US has also targeted and damaged civilian facilities like bridges and water facilities in Iran.
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