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US military identifies 2 soldiers killed in Iranian attack on Jordan as from Texas and Hawaii
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by ABC , KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 20, 2026
· 3 min read
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military on Monday identified two soldiers killed in action last week as part of the war with Iran.
The Defense Department said in a statement that 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas, were killed i...
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Key takeaway The Defense Department said in a statement that 1st Lt.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The deaths of 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales serve as a stark reminder of the global reach of modern warfare and its impact on communities across the United States, including the Twin Cities. While the conflict with Iran may seem distant, the fact that American forces are arrayed across the Middle East means that local residents may have family members or friends serving in the region. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area is home to a significant number of military personnel and veterans, and the escalating conflict with Iran is likely to have a ripple effect on the local community. As the war continues to claim lives, Minneapolis residents may want to pay closer attention to the conflict's progression and its potential impact on local military families and the community at large. The city's support systems for military families may also face increased demand in the coming months.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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What is this story about? WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military on Monday identified two soldiers killed in action last week as part of the war with Iran.
The Defense Department said in a statement that 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas, were killed i...
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