First US Troop Deaths From Direct Iranian Fire Since War Began

A July 17 Iranian ballistic missile and drone strike on a US base in Jordan killed three American soldiers — Sgt. Angel Rampersad, 28, Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, and 1stLt. Tyler Feehan, 25. These are the first US troop fatalities from direct Iranian fire since the war began; prior casualties stemmed from indirect engagements. The US–Iran conflict is in its 10th day, with no ceasefire framework publicly acknowledged.