Trump Promises Retaliation After Fatal Attack on Jordan Base

WHO:

Ynetnews - U.S. President Donald Trump issued a threat of retaliation against Iran.

Fox News - The two Army soldiers killed at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan were identified as the first U.S. deaths since Iran violated Trump's peace agreement.

WHAT:

Ynetnews - Trump stated, “Every time Iran kills an American soldier, they will pay for that killing many times over!” on Truth Social.

Ynetnews - At least two Iranian ballistic missiles landed at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base, resulting in the deaths of two American soldiers.

Ynetnews - Since the conflict began, 17 American troops have been killed and approximately 430 wounded.

Ynetnews - The Jordanian military intercepted three Iranian missiles aimed at Aqaba, with one falling in a remote area without causing casualties or damage.

Ynetnews - Jordanian fighter jets shot down four drones that entered the kingdom’s airspace.

WHERE:

Ynetnews - The attacks occurred at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.

Ynetnews - Iranian missiles were intercepted over Irbid, Jordan, and fragments fell in Eilat, Israel.

WHEN:

Ynetnews - The missile attacks occurred on a Monday evening.

Ynetnews - The Iranian missile attack on Aqaba took place on a Sunday.

WHY:

Ynetnews - U.S. officials assess that Tehran is attempting to cause American casualties to deter Washington from broadening its military campaign.

HOW:

Ynetnews - The Jordanian military utilized air defenses to intercept missiles and drones.

Ynetnews - Trump indicated that the directive for retaliation had been passed to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine, and every U.S. military commander.

(UPDATED July 20, 2026 22:23 UTC)

President Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran following the deaths of two American soldiers at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, stating on Truth Social, “Every time Iran kills an American soldier, they will pay for that killing many times over!” The attacks, which included at least two Iranian ballistic missiles, have resulted in a total of 17 American troops killed and around 430 wounded since the conflict escalated. In response to these threats, the Jordanian military successfully intercepted missiles and drones, while Trump has directed military leaders, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, to prepare for retaliation against Iran.