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Two US Service Members Killed in Jordan

Two United States service members died Friday in Jordan during an attack involving ballistic missiles and drones, according to US Central Command. Authorities reported one additional service member remains missing. The command released this information on Saturday.

07/29/2026 · Washington edition

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Why it matters locally: The deaths of two U.S. service members due to an attack in Jordan, reportedly involving Iranian ballistic missiles and drones, may prompt Washington state's federal representatives to consider responses and military readiness given the state's significant military presence, including Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Naval Base Kitsap.

Two United States service members died Friday during an attack in Jordan, US Central Command announced Saturday. The command reported Iranian ballistic missiles and drones were involved in the incident. One additional service member is missing following the attack. NBC News journalists Keir Simmons and Julie Tsirkin reported on the events.

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