US finds ‘unidentified remains’ in search for MIA soldier after two service members killed during Iran strikes

Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook 2 comments 2 THE US army has found “unidentified remains” in the search for a missing soldier, its central command announced. Two service members were killed in Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks in Jordan on Friday. 4 Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) have been launching missiles at the Gulf allies Credit: AFP 4 US and Jordanian forces during a 2024 exercise (stock) Credit: Getty Advertisement The first two deaths in Jordan were announced by US Central Command (Centcom) yesterday. Centcom said on Sunday: “After a thorough search, U.S. military personnel found unidentified remains at the location earlier today.” Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! Email address Please provide a valid email. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll now receive top stories, breaking news, and more, straight to your email. CLICK TO WATCH It comes as Centcom launched strikes on Iran for the ninth night in a row. It announced the attacks would “continue degrading Iranian military capabilities used to attack commercial vessels and civilian mariners transiting the Strait of Hormuz”. read more in world news DON'S REVENGE US launches revenge strikes at Iran after two soldiers killed & 3rd MIA TEHRAN'S ATTACKS Iran accused of 'heinous aggression' after fresh wave of strikes on Kuwait “An examination process to verify the remains is ongoing.” The remains are thought to be those of a US soldier who has been missing since the strike, an official told the New York Times . A third US service member died in northern Iraq , Centcom added. They were “killed in action July 18 during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian one-way attack drone”, American military chiefs said. Advertisement Most read in The Sun 'HEART OF GOLD' Grandad, 75, found dead at flats is pictured as woman charged with murder ARREST FURY Protests as migrant dies after being pinned by cops in case 'like George Floyd' HOW DEEP IS YOUR LOVE? Moment bride-to-be knocks ring out of partner’s hand and into a LAKE POLL OF THE DAY Should Andy Burnham reveal his ‘10-year plan’ today? VOTE NOW 4 The US blitzed several bridges in southern Iran this week, as well as ports and surveillance towers Credit: Getty 4 American forces stationed at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan Credit: Airbus An official reportedly said the service member was not a bomb technician but another soldier who was hit by debris when the drone was detonated. A second service member was injured in the same incident. The identities of the dead and missing American military personnel have not been released. Advertisement Donald Trump launched huge revenge strikes against Iran Saturday night after the two US service members’ deaths. The third soldier was missing in action as the first two deaths were announced and at least four others were injured. Deaths were confirmed shortly after reports emerged of at least two Iranian missiles hitting the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan – a hub that hosts American troops and fighter jets. Footage from the Jordanian base showed at least two impacts and an blast. But the US army did not confirm where exactly the two service members were killed. Advertisement In retaliation, US Central Command (Centcom) confirmed on Saturday that they had unleashed a fresh blitz on Iran . They said the attacks would “swiftly punish” the regime for taking American lives. The deaths bring the American toll of the war to 16 – but the two service members confirmed dead on Friday were the first to be killed by direct fire from Iran since it broke out. And it’s the first time US troops have been killed since the ceasefire collapsed two weeks ago, with Trump declaring it “over” after several exchanges of fire. The US and Iran have ramped up attacks in the weeks since – Saturday night’s revenge strikes on the rogue nation marked the eighth night in the row that Trump has blitzed Iran. Advertisement In the huge barrage of attacks, Centcom said the US has hit Iranian coastal surveillance and air defence facilities, Iranian forces and weapon storage sites. Strikes continued on Sunday night. Speaking to NY Post on Saturday, the US president said the soldiers had died “in service to their country”. He added: “And it’s a shame, but in this case, they died because they don’t want to see Iran have a nuclear weapon and they don’t want to see the Middle East blown up”. The US also blitzed several bridges in southern Iran this week , as well as ports and surveillance towers. Advertisement RECOMMENDED STORIES Iranian authorities said a nuclear plant that was hit as it was still being built, leading the UN’s nuclear watchdog to call for restraint. 2 comments 2