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US announces another troop death as Israel warns Tehran’s attacks are coming close
By ABC at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 19, 2026
· 5 min read
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States announced another death of a service member as it launched more airstrikes at Iran on Sunday in response to the killing of U.S. troops, and Iran fired missiles toward Jordan that risked widening the conflict into neighboring Israel.
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Why this matters in The Minneapolis
For Minneapolis residents with loved ones serving in the military, the escalating conflict between the US and Iran is a stark reminder of the risks faced by local service members. As the death toll of US troops rises, with 17 service members killed since the war began, the city's community is likely to feel the impact. The fact that one of the latest incidents involved a service member being killed in Iraq during the detonation of a downed Iranian drone underscores the dangers faced by troops in the region. With the conflict showing no signs of abating, Minneapolis families with ties to the military are likely to be on edge, waiting for news from loved ones serving overseas. The city's support systems for military families will be crucial in the coming days and weeks as the situation continues to unfold.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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