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Iran Uses Advanced Ballistic Missile in Deadly Strike on US Base in Jordan

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First reported by Mako · Jul 22, 2026

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Iran used an advanced medium-range ballistic missile, the Khaibar Shekan, in a deadly strike on a US base in Jordan that killed three American soldiers. Despite US and Israeli attacks on its missile facilities, Iran has maintained and possibly improved its missile capabilities. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin suggested Russia and China may be aiding Iran's attacks in the Middle East.

01Iran killed three US soldiers in a missile strike on Jordan's Muwaffaq Salti base.
02The attack used the advanced Khaibar Shekan medium-range ballistic missile.
03Iran's missile facilities, targeted by US and Israeli strikes, remain operational.
04Khaibar Shekan has a 1,500 km range and satellite guidance with a maneuverable warhead.
05US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Russia and China may assist Iran's attacks.
06Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim use of multiple missile types and drones in recent strikes.

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