US strikes Iran weapons storage, military assets
President Donald Trump is closely monitoring developments in Iran as U.S. military forces intensify their operations with a seventh consecutive night of targeted strikes. These strikes focus on key military and logistical sites. Fox News’ Alex Hogan provides the latest updates, with insights from Fox News contributor Mike Pompeo.
Tragically, a U.S. service member lost their life on Saturday during a mission dealing with explosive devices left by a downed Iranian drone in northern Iraq, according to an announcement made by the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) on Sunday.
Officials have confirmed that a second service member sustained injuries in this incident, adding another layer of complexity to the ongoing challenges in the region.
In another development, CENTCOM revealed that search efforts in Jordan, following a separate Iranian strike on Friday, led to the discovery of unidentified remains on Sunday. This was part of the search for a missing U.S. service member.
On March 1, 2026, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Thomas Hudner launched a Tomahawk land attack missile as part of Operation Epic Fury. (U.S. Navy via Getty Images)
According to officials, the incident in Iraq happened after U.S. forces recovered a downed Iranian drone and began handling the explosive material left behind.
“A U.S. service member in northern Iraq was killed in action July 18 during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian one-way attack drone,” CENTCOM wrote in a post on X.
Iran coordinates mass drone warfare campaign across Middle East targeting Western sites. (Getty Images )
The military did not immediately release further details about the incident, but said the other service member injured in the operation is receiving medical treatment.
In Jordan, officials said the unidentified remains recovered Sunday will also undergo an examination to determine their identity.
“After a thorough search, U.S. military personnel found unidentified remains at the location earlier today,” CENTCOM said. “An examination process to verify the remains is ongoing.”
A billboard depicting Iran’s supreme leaders since 1979: (L to R) Ayatollahs Ruhollah Khomeini (until 1989), Ali Khamenei (until 2026), and Mojtaba Khamenei (current) is displayed above a highway in Tehran on March 10, 2026. (AFP/Via Getty Images)
Friday’s Iranian attack on a U.S. base in Jordan killed two U.S. service members, CENTCOM previously said.
Four American service members were also medically evacuated to Jordanian hospitals, officials said. They have since been discharged.
“CENTCOM is withholding additional information, including the identities of the missing and fallen warriors, out of respect for the families during the notification process,” the agency said.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.