American troops
Coverage of American troops in the Nexus archive.
- Iran war renews concerns about the lasting toll of traumatic brain injuries to US troops
The Iran war has renewed concerns regarding the lasting toll of traumatic brain injuries on American troops. According to military officials, the majority of American service members wounded in the conflict have suffered from these debilitating injuries.
- U.S. resumes strikes on Iran in retaliation for attack on American troops
The U.S. resumed strikes on Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps, targeting 'dozens' of locations. The escalation raises the risk of a return to all-out war between the two nations.
- U.S. resumes strikes on Iran in retaliation for attack on American troops
The U.S. resumed strikes on Iran, targeting dozens of facilities belonging to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps. The military actions, following recent calm, increased the risk of a return to full-scale war.
- Iran resumes attacks as US-Saudi strikes kill Tehran-backed militants in Iraq
Iran launched missiles at American troops in the Middle East as the U.S. and Saudi Arabia struck Tehran-backed militants in Iraq, killing at least 20 people. U.S. Central Command intercepted an Iranian 'surprise attack,' and President Trump mentioned potential diplomacy with Iran following weeks of strikes.
- Pentagon's official Iran war death toll no longer lists 4 troops killed during renewed fighting
The Pentagon has removed four American troops killed during renewed U.S.-Iran fighting from its official Iran war death toll. The troops were previously listed as casualties but are no longer included in the count.
- Pentagon's official Iran war death toll no longer lists 4 troops killed during renewed fighting
The Pentagon's official casualty count for the Iran war no longer includes four American troops killed during renewed fighting between the U.S. and Iran. The removal of these deaths from the count marks a change in how the conflict's casualties are tracked.
- Pentagon's official Iran war death toll no longer lists 4 troops killed during renewed fighting
The Pentagon's official casualty count for the Iran war no longer includes four American troops killed during renewed U.S.-Iran fighting. The removal of these deaths from the tally reflects a change in how the military categorizes casualties.
- Pentagon's official Iran war death toll no longer lists 4 troops killed during renewed fighting
The Pentagon has moved four U.S. troops killed in recent Iran-related fighting into a new 'Overseas Operations' category, removing them from the official Iran war death toll. This reclassification has raised questions about transparency in casualty reporting as the Trump administration escalates strikes on Iran.
- U.S. bombing of Iran expands as American troops killed
The U.S. bombing of Iran has intensified, resulting in American troop deaths. The U.S. and Iran are closer to all-out war as a previous interim deal to end fighting has failed, and shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has stalled.
- U.S. strikes Iran's Revolutionary Guard after attack of American troops in Jordan
The U.S. military conducted airstrikes targeting Iran's Revolutionary Guard in retaliation for an attack that killed American troops in Jordan, escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. The action marks a widening conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
- Middle East crisis live: US launches new round of airstrikes to ‘swiftly punish’ Iran after American troops killed
The US launched airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran following the killing of two American troops and one missing in Jordan after Iranian attacks. Kuwait’s army reported dealing with hostile missile and drone attacks attributed to 'Iranian aggression', with explosions likely from air defense systems intercepting the attacks.
- US retaliates against Iran’s Revolutionary Guard over killing of American troops
The US military conducted air strikes targeting Iran’s Revolutionary Guard to retaliate for the killing of American troops in Jordan, escalating tensions amid a weeklong campaign of reciprocal attacks between the nations. The strikes follow the collapse of an interim deal aimed at ending the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.
- US strikes Iran’s Revolutionary Guard over attack that killed troops in Jordan
The U.S. military conducted airstrikes targeting Iran's Revolutionary Guard in response to an attack that killed American troops in Jordan. The strikes were part of a campaign against Iran following the Jordan incident.
- Former nurse behind viral LEGO propaganda videos praising Iran, mocking US
A Wisconsin neonatal nurse has gained a large online following by creating AI-generated LEGO videos that promote Iranian messaging, mock U.S. leaders, and depict attacks on American political figures and troops.
- Why gaining full control of Strait of Hormuz has proven so hard for U.S.
Experts suggest that restoring oil tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz to prewar levels may require a larger U.S. naval presence or significant American troop deployment in Iran.
- Trump’s red line: Killing American troops could trigger more pain as Iran admits to targeting US bases
Trump warned that killing American troops could lead to increased consequences as Iran acknowledged targeting US bases in the region. The article highlights the escalating tensions between the US and Iran.
- U.S. says Iran is targeting American troops in Kuwait
The U.S. claims Iran is targeting American troops in Kuwait as tensions over a war-ending deal escalate. Rising aggression in the Middle East is reported between the two nations.
- When is enough enough for the Iran war hawks?
The article discusses Iran war hawks who argue that the cost of military action is justified by potential benefits, with the cost referring to dead and wounded American troops.
- Trump reverses bad move on Poland, recommits to fighting Russian aggression
President Trump reversed a previous decision regarding Poland, committing to station more U.S. troops there to deter Russian aggression. The move aims to strengthen security for Poland, Europe, and the United States.
- Dip Buyers Are Running Back to Stocks Despite $100 Oil
US equities fell on March 30, 2026, as a war-triggered selloff extended the longest weekly losing streak since 2022. Fears of escalation arose after more American troops arrived in Iran, despite oil prices reaching $100 per barrel.
- Iran’s permissive party islands contain hidden dangers
The article warns of hidden dangers in Iran's permissive party islands, suggesting potential risks for American troops. It implies that military presence in the area may not align with expectations of a relaxed environment.