Iranian Attacks Wound U.S. Troops and Damage Helicopters in Jordan

Iranian attacks on U.S. bases in Jordan over the past week wounded dozens of U.S. service members and damaged several helicopters, U.S. officials told the New York Times. The officials described multiple strikes that hit facilities used by American forces in the country.

Dozens of service members sustained injuries ranging from minor to more serious wounds, according to the same officials. A number of helicopters were also damaged during the attacks.

U.S. officials confirmed the incidents to the New York Times but did not release additional operational details. The attacks mark an escalation in strikes targeting American positions in the region.