Amman: Two US service members in Jordan were killed, and one was reported missing in action as the US and its allies defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks, the US military stated on Saturday. These fatalities, which occurred on Friday, were confirmed by US Central Command and mark the first US deaths due to direct Iranian fire since the onset of the Iran war.
According to France24.com, the situation escalated with US airstrikes targeting key infrastructure in Iran, including bridges and a port surveillance tower. These strikes led Iranian officials to publicly address "attacks on power infrastructure" for the first time, urging citizens to reduce electricity usage. The conflict further intensified as Tehran launched attacks on US military sites located in the Gulf, specifically in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar. These strikes resulted in damage to a desalination and electricity plant in Kuwait.
Iran reported that since June 22, 2026, US strikes have resulted in the deaths of 38 individuals and injuries to more than 400 people. The ongoing conflict continues to impact the region, with significant infrastructure and civilian implications.