ARTICLE · JULY 18, 2026

Two US troops killed and one missing in Jordan after Iranian attacks

A conflict already consuming Iran and the US is now bleeding into Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain — with both sides escalating infrastructure strikes and trading threats of total war.

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Iran will no longer limit itself to retaliatory, like-for-like responses … and no political border will be safe.

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Kuwait, which is extremely arid, relies on desalinated water for about 90% of its drinking water.

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A statement attributed to Khamenei, who has remained unseen since the war began, also warned of 'unforgettable lessons' if the US continues attacks.

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Iran acknowledged successful US attacks on power infrastructure for the first time, as its energy ministry called on people in southern provinces 'experiencing extreme heat' to use less power.

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Trump declared the ceasefire 'over' and Khamenei's signature 'worthless and invalid' — seven consecutive nights of strikes later, two US troops are dead and one is missing in Jordan.

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