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National Guard Soldier From Massachusetts Injured by Deadly Iranian Drone Attack in Kuwait
The March 1 Iranian drone strike killed six U.S. service members and injured dozens, including Maj. Mark Garcia, who is recovering overseas, officials said.
- Massachusetts Army National Guard Major Mark Garcia, a Boston firefighter, sustained injuries during an Iranian drone attack in Kuwait on March 1. Governor Maura Healey confirmed Garcia is recovering overseas after the strike killed six service members.
- Six soldiers from the 103rd Sustainment Command died in the March 1 explosion at Port Shuaiba, Kuwait, during Operation Epic Fury. Officials have since described the attack as more severe than initially reported.
- U.S. officials reported 18 additional serious injuries, while about 25 personnel remained hospitalized Tuesday night at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany, suffering from wounds including brain trauma and burns.
- Healey, who spoke with Garcia on Tuesday, said he is recovering and expects to return in a couple of months. Boston Firefighters Local 718 stated they are "incredibly proud" of his service in defense of the United States.
- Citing privacy policy, the National Guard declined to comment on specific overseas operational matters. The Pentagon announced 140 U.S. service members have been affected in the ongoing conflict with Iran.
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Massachusetts National Guardsman injured in deadly Kuwait attack
A major in the Massachusetts National Guard was injured in Kuwait as part of the ongoing conflict with Iran. The National Guard confirmed that they have a report of one Massachusetts National Guard soldier who suffered injuries as a result of service overseas. “Our service members’ safety and well-being remain our highest priority at all times. As a matter of policy and privacy, we do not comment on specific overseas operational matters,” the Na…
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Iran strikes back strongly. An attack on a tactical operation center in Kuwait in early March led to the death of six US soldiers.
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