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US Military Says 3 Service Members Killed and 5 Seriously Wounded in Iran Operation

Three U.S. Army soldiers deployed in Kuwait were killed and five seriously wounded during Operation Epic Fury, marking the first American combat fatalities in the campaign targeting Iran.

  • On Sunday, U.S. Central Command confirmed three service members were killed and five seriously wounded during Operation Epic Fury, withholding identities for 24 hours while notifying next of kin.
  • Saturday's joint U.S. and Israeli strike killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, marking the second time in eight months the nations have teamed up to use military force against Iran.
  • Iran retaliated with drone and missile strikes targeting Israel, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar, prompting regional flight cancellations; two deaths resulted from falling debris near Abu Dhabi.
  • Congressional leaders demanded a full explanation from President Donald Trump, with Democrats decrying the strikes as an unnecessary war of choice launched without authorization.
  • Analysts warn the escalating conflict could jeopardize global energy markets and regional security; observers anticipate further volatility in coming weeks as Iran vows continued retaliation.
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babel.ua broke the news in on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
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