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US military identifies 2 soldiers killed during Iranian strikes in Jordan
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN Newsource , KVIA ABC-7
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
By Michael Williams, CNN
(CNN) — The Department of Defense on Monday identified two US soldiers who were killed in Iranian strikes in Jordan.
1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, were killed as part of the Friday attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.
Gonzal...
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Key takeaway Isabella Gonzales, 19, were killed as part of the Friday attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The deaths of 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales in Iranian strikes in Jordan have a tangible connection to the El Paso community, given the city's strong military presence and proximity to Fort Bliss. Pvt. Gonzales, a 19-year-old from Carrollton, Texas, is a reminder that the conflicts abroad have a direct impact on families in the Lone Star State. As El Pasoans, many of whom have ties to the military, mourn the loss of these two soldiers, they are also likely to be concerned about the potential repercussions of escalating tensions in the region. The fact that Gonzales was from Texas adds a layer of local significance to this story, and El Paso residents may be watching closely to see how this incident affects the city's military community and the state as a whole.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? By Michael Williams, CNN
(CNN) — The Department of Defense on Monday identified two US soldiers who were killed in Iranian strikes in Jordan.
1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, were killed as part of the Friday attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.
Gonzal...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 20, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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