Iranian strike kills 3 US soldiers in Jordan, shows precision
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An Iranian missile strike on a US military site in Jordan killed three American soldiers on Friday, the first US combat deaths since the war began in March. The attack demonstrates Iran's ability to inflict casualties despite months of US airstrikes, analysts say.
The Attack
The strike on Friday targeted a US military installation in Jordan, killing three US soldiers. It was the first time US personnel were killed by Iranian attacks on US bases since March 1, when the US and Israel launched their war on Iran. The Pentagon has not released full details of the attack.
Iranian Capability
Analysts say the attack underscores Iran's enduring military capability. Jennifer Kavanagh of Defense Priorities told Al Jazeera that Iran's military is "not combat ineffective" and has "reconstituted faster than expected." She noted that Iranian attacks are becoming more precise, likely with Russian and Chinese intelligence support.
US Casualties
The official US military death toll in the war now stands at 18, including seven soldiers killed in March strikes on Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. Other deaths include six airmen in an accidental refuelling crash and a sergeant killed during a drone detonation in Iraq.
What's Next
The US is expected to continue its airstrike campaign against Iran, which has now run for 11 consecutive nights. It remains unclear whether Washington will adjust its military posture in the region to better protect exposed bases.
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Iranian strike kills 3 US soldiers in Jordan, shows precision
