Two US Soldiers Killed in Jordan Attack, Trump Pledges Response

Two American service members were killed and a third remains missing after an Iranian attack on a US base in Jordan, officials confirmed Saturday. The deaths mark the first U.S. combat fatalities since a ceasefire with Iran was reached in early April. The attack comes amid a sharp escalation in hostilities that has seen the heaviest fighting since the conflict began in February. Saturday also marked the eighth consecutive night of US airstrikes on Iranian targets, with Iranian media reporting explosions in several coastal cities. The strikes have targeted military installations and civilian infrastructure across the region. Both sides have increased attacks in recent days, raising fears of a wider war. President Trump vowed to shift the US response, hinting at stronger action against Iran. He did not provide details but said the US would not tolerate such attacks. The Pentagon is assessing the situation and considering options. The conflict began in February after a series of incidents. Since then, fighting has spread to multiple fronts, including Syria, Iraq, and now Jordan. The US maintains several bases in the region as part of its military presence. International leaders have called for restraint. The UN urged both sides to return to diplomacy to prevent further bloodshed.