Jordan becomes a new flashpoint in the U.S.-Iran war as troop deaths rise
They publishedJordan Becomes New Flashpoint in U.S.-Iran War as Troop Deaths Rise
First reportBBC · 19 Jul, 05:10Z
Latest reportThe Wall Street Journal · 20 Jul, 01:00Z
Span20 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
Jordan is becoming a new flashpoint in the U.S.-Iran war as reported troop deaths rise.
Why
The report says Jordan is a close U.S. ally, and American force buildup there is tied to escalating tensions.
Watch
Watch for further changes in how Jordan factors into U.S.-Iran war dynamics as tensions continue.
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- The US launched air strikes on Saturday night targeting Iranian coastal surveillance and air defence facilities.
- US Central Command said it hit Iranian capabilities, while Iranian state media reported Qeshm Island struck.
- Centcom said strikes targeted IRGC forces responsible for the Jordan attack that killed two US troops.
- Iran’s army said it conducted drone attacks on two US bases in Kuwait in response to US strikes.
- Hostilities escalated after a June preliminary ceasefire collapsed within weeks, with Trump ending it on 8 July.