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US soldiers killed by Iran were from Dallas area, Hawaii, military says
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Associated Press , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 20, 2026
· 4 min read
Two U.S. Army soldiers killed in Jordan while defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks were identified on Monday — the first U.S. troop deaths from direct Iranian fire since the opening days of the war . The Defense Department said in a statement that Tyler James Feehan, 25, ...
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Key takeaway The Defense Department said in a statement that Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, and Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas, were killed in Jordan in Friday’s attacks.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The death of Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, a 19-year-old from Carrollton, Texas, brings the conflict with Iran closer to home for San Antonio area residents. As the war with Iran continues to escalate, the risks to American soldiers stationed in the Middle East become more apparent. The fact that Gonzales was killed in Jordan, while supporting a mission against the Islamic State group, highlights the complex and far-reaching nature of the conflict. With the US military arrayed across the region, the potential for further casualties is a concern for local families with loved ones serving overseas. The San Antonio community, with its strong military ties, is likely to feel the impact of this conflict deeply, and the death of Pvt. Gonzales serves as a somber reminder of the sacrifices being made by local service members and their families.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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