First U.S. Troops Killed by Iran | Peoria News

Peoria News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 20, 2026 · 1m

Two U.S. Army soldiers, James Feehan and Isabella Gonzales, were killed in Jordan during Iranian missile and drone strikes — the first American troop deaths from direct Iranian fire since the war began. Their sacrifice underscores the escalating dangers faced by U.S. forces even beyond Iranian borders, putting pressure on President Trump to find a resolution. Gonzales, a recent high school graduate, was honored by her school district for her service. Meanwhile, another American died in Iraq during a controlled detonation of Iranian drone debris, while a second sustained minor injuries. The…