Event Brief
U.S. says it targeted Iranian forces after Jordan strike
Filed: Jul 19, 2026 at 9:02 AM ET
Summary: CENTCOM said it hit Iranian coastal surveillance and air defense sites after attacks that killed two U.S. service members in Jordan.
WHO: U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM)
WHAT: Targeted Iranian military coastal surveillance and air defense facilities and related sites, and struck IRGC forces involved in attacks on U.S. service members in Jordan.
WHEN: Jul 19, 2026 at 7:36 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: To continue degrading Iranian military capabilities after Iranian forces struck Jordan and killed two U.S. service members.
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