Archive · 29 Jul 2026
US May Restrict Troops' Phones in Jordan
The US military is thinking about taking away phones from soldiers in Jordan.
They are worried that Iran might use pictures and videos from soldiers' phones to find and attack American bases.
This is because Iran can see how well their attacks are working by looking at posts on the internet.
Soldiers use their phones to talk to their families, so this could be hard for them.
The military says Iran is using information from soldiers' phones to plan their attacks.
US military considers restricting mobile phone use for troops in Jordan.
Iran could exploit social media posts and cellphone footage to target American bases.
At least 18 US troops have been killed and more than 600 wounded since the conflict with Iran began on February 28.
CENTCOM's Admiral Brad Cooper warns that Iran is using online posts to gauge the success of its strikes.
Troops rely on mobile phones to communicate with loved ones.
- Who
- US military personnel in Jordan
- What
- Potential restriction on mobile phone use
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Jordan
- Why
- To prevent Iran from using social media posts and cellphone footage to target American bases
Security Concerns
Personal Communication Needs
Security Risks
Security Concerns
Iran could use social media posts and cellphone footage to target American bases.
Personal Communication Needs
Troops need phones to communicate with loved ones.
- Conflict Start Date
- February 28
- US Troops Killed
- 18
- US Troops Wounded
- More than 600
- Potential Restriction
- Mobile phone use
- Region Affected
- Jordan
- Commanding Officer
- Admiral Brad Cooper
- Command
- US Central Command (CENTCOM)
