India, July 18 -- Two American service members were killed and another remains missing after Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks targeted Jordan on Friday, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed in a statement issued on Saturday.

According to the Pentagon, the casualties occurred on July 17 while US and partner forces were defending against a barrage of Iranian missiles and drones aimed at Jordan.

In its statement, CENTCOM said two US service members were killed in action during the defensive operation, while another service member is still missing.

The command also confirmed that four American personnel were medically evacuated to hospitals in Jordan following the attacks.

All four have since been discharged after receivi...