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Pentagon releases names of 2 service members killed in Jordan attack
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by ABC News , KVIA ABC-7
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
The Pentagon on Monday identified two soldiers killed in Friday's Iranian missile and drone attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.
Among them was Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas, the Pentagon said. Gonzales was assigned to 1st Battalion, 57th Air Defense Artillery Regime...
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Key takeaway Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas, the Pentagon said.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The loss of Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, a 19-year-old from Carrollton, Texas, brings the conflict closer to home for the El Paso community, which has strong ties to the military. As a city with a significant military presence, El Paso residents are likely to feel a sense of solidarity with the families of the fallen service members. The fact that Gonzales was assigned to a unit based in Germany highlights the global nature of modern military service, where troops from Texas can be deployed to distant parts of the world. The incident also serves as a reminder of the risks faced by service members from Texas and across the country, and the importance of supporting their families and loved ones. As the community awaits further information about the missing service member, El Pasoans are likely to come together to offer condolences and support to those affected by the tragedy.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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Among them was Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas, the Pentagon said. Gonzales was assigned to 1st Battalion, 57th Air Defense Artillery Regime...
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