In response to a deadly drone attack in Jordan, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has pledged to take “all necessary actions” to protect American troops after the Pentagon clarified that it is not seeking war with Iran. What Happened: The attack, allegedly carried out by Iran-backed militants on Sunday, resulted in the deaths of three U.S. soldiers and injuries to over 40 others. This marks the first lethal attack on U.S. forces since the Israel-Hamas conflict broke out last October, signaling a significant escalation of tensions in the Middle East. “Let me start with my outrage and sorrow (…
