U.S. service members
Coverage of U.S. service members in the Nexus archive.
- How views on Trump’s handling of Iran have shifted, according to a new AP-NORC poll
A new AP-NORC poll shows most Americans believe the war in Iran is not worthwhile, with President Donald Trump's approval rating on Iran dropping from 34% to 28%. The conflict, which began on Feb. 28, has resulted in 18 U.S. service member deaths, though the administration has attempted to revise those numbers.
- How views on Trump’s handling of Iran have shifted, according to a new AP-NORC poll
A new AP-NORC poll shows most Americans believe the war with Iran has not been worthwhile, with President Donald Trump’s approval rating on Iran dropping from 34% to 28%. Two-thirds of U.S. adults disapprove of the conflict, including 37% of Republicans, as the war has resulted in 18 U.S. service member deaths and prolonged tensions.
- Iran launches ‘surprise attack’ on US forces in Middle East
Iran fired multiple ballistic missiles at a U.S. base in the Middle East, which U.S. Central Command described as an attempted surprise attack. This marks the first publicly disclosed attack on U.S. service members in the region since President Trump ordered a halt on attacks against Iran last week.
- Pentagon Changes How It Reports Casualties in Iran War
The Pentagon announced a higher number of U.S. service members wounded this month in the war with Iran, following a change in how casualties are reported.
- Pentagon lists 4 killed in Iran war under "Overseas Operations Casualties"
Four U.S. service members previously listed in a Pentagon casualties database as having died during the Iran war are now reclassified as 'Overseas Operations Casualties.' The change updates their status in the official records without providing additional context.
- Pentagon lists 4 killed in Iran war under "Overseas Operations Casualties"
Four U.S. service members previously listed in a Pentagon casualties database as having died during the Iran war are now categorized as 'Overseas Operations Casualties.' The Pentagon has updated their status in its records.
- Pentagon quietly updates how it categorizes Iran war casualties
The Pentagon has updated its categorization of Iran war casualties. 18 U.S. service members have been killed and more than 600 wounded since the war began.
- Pentagon list of service members killed in Iran war removes most recent four
The Pentagon's online list of U.S. service members killed in the Iran war excludes four soldiers who died in recent fighting, despite their names being included in a Wednesday press release about their remains' transfer. The Defense Casualty Analysis System website lists 14 deaths, down from 18 previously, for Operation Epic Fury, the U.S.-Israel conflict in Iran launched on February 28.
- Trump attends transfer of US casualties, warning of escalation with Iran
President Donald Trump attended a ceremony honoring four U.S. service members killed in action and warned of escalating conflict with Iran, threatening to bomb Iranian infrastructure if attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz continue. Iran and the U.S. have exchanged attacks, with the Pentagon seeking $37.5 billion in additional funding for the conflict.
- Trump pays respects to 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
Trump paid respects to four U.S. service members killed in the Middle East. The ceremony is considered one of the most somber duties of a commander-in-chief.
- Trump attends transfer of fallen U.S. service members, in photos
President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members killed in attacks in Jordan and Iraq linked to Iranian drones and missiles at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware.
- Trump attends dignified transfer of 4 US troops killed in Iran war: ‘One of the hardest things to do’
Trump attended the dignified transfer of 4 US troops killed in the Iran war. The president threatened to expand the war in retaliation for Iranian attacks on US service members and international shipping.
- Trump threatens to bomb Iranian bridge or power plant after Hormuz attacks
US President Donald Trump threatened to destroy an Iranian bridge or power plant each time Tehran attacks a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating conflict in the region. The warning coincided with the return of four US service members killed in Iranian attacks and related operations in Jordan and Iraq.
- The Latest: Trump will attend dignified transfer of 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
President Donald Trump plans to attend the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members killed in the Middle East amid ongoing U.S.-Iran military clashes. A $95 billion military funding package is being pushed by Republicans, while Trump approved a nuclear deal allowing Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium, raising concerns about nuclear proliferation. Trump also threatened to destroy civilian infrastructure in response to Iranian attacks on the Strait of Hormuz.
- Trump to attend dignified transfer of fallen soldiers. And, Hegseth testifies on Iran
Trump will attend the dignified transfer of U.S. service members killed in the Middle East. Pete Hegseth is requesting billions from Congress to address the rising cost of the war in Iran.
- Trump will attend the dignified transfer of 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
Trump will attend the dignified transfer of four US service members killed in action at Dover Air Force Base, as announced by the White House. The event is described as one of the most somber duties of a commander-in-chief.
- Trump will attend the dignified transfer of 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
Trump will attend the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members killed in action at Dover Air Force Base, as announced by the White House. The event is described as one of the most somber duties of a commander-in-chief.
- Trump will attend the dignified transfer of 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
President Donald Trump plans to attend the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members recently killed in the Middle East. The event involves the formal return of the service members' remains.
- Watch: Hegseth defends $67 billion request to help cover cost of Iran war
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth defended the Trump administration's $67 billion emergency funding request for the Iran conflict during a Senate committee hearing as the number of U.S. service members killed in the conflict reached 17.
- Nearly 100 U.S. service members injured in Iranian strikes this month, Pentagon says
Nearly 100 U.S. service members were injured in Iranian strikes in the Middle East this month, with most returning to duty, according to Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell. The incidents occurred as tensions in the Iran war continue to escalate.
- 2 U.S. troops killed in Iranian attack identified as U.S. launches another round of strikes
The Pentagon identified two U.S. service members killed in an Iranian airstrike at an American base in Jordan. The attack occurred as U.S. forces launched another round of strikes.
- Selfridge service members attacked by Iranian missiles during Middle East deployment
Iranian missiles attacked U.S. service members from Selfridge during their Middle East deployment, as shown in a video capturing the missile strikes at their locations.
- Pentagon confirms nearly 100 service members injured since Iran strikes resumed in July
The Pentagon confirmed nearly 100 U.S. service members have been injured since July due to continuous attacks against Iran, with 96% returning to duty. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell stated the injured service members are determined to 'get back in the fight.'
- Nearly 100 U.S. service members injured in Iranian strikes this month
Nearly 100 U.S. service members were injured in Iranian strikes on Middle East bases this month. Most injured personnel have since returned to duty, according to U.S. officials.
- Nearly 100 U.S. service members injured in Iranian strikes this month
Nearly 100 U.S. service members were injured in Iranian strikes on Middle East bases this month, with most having returned to duty, according to U.S. officials.
- Pentagon concealed dozens of US military injuries in latest Iran strikes: Report
A report claims the Pentagon concealed dozens of injuries to U.S. service members following Iranian strikes in Jordan that killed two individuals. The New York Times cited anonymous U.S. officials describing unreported harm to service members and helicopters from the attacks.
- House GOP leaders scrambling to set up a briefing on Iran war developments
House GOP leaders are arranging a briefing with a Trump administration official, potentially Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, to update members on Iran war developments. The briefing precedes a House vote on a $95 billion funding plan for the Iran war, defense, and farm assistance, following recent violence that killed three U.S. service members.
- U.S. vows to "swiftly punish" Iran as at least 3 troops killed
At least three U.S. service members were killed in Iraq and Jordan following Iranian attacks on a U.S. base that bypassed defenses. The U.S. has pledged to 'swiftly punish' Iran for the incidents.
- U.S. vows to "swiftly punish" Iran as at least 3 troops killed
The U.S. has vowed to 'swiftly punish' Iran following attacks on a U.S. base in Iraq and Jordan that killed at least 3 service members. The attacks occurred over the weekend and reportedly evaded U.S. defenses.
- 2 U.S. service members killed, 1 missing following Iranian strike on Jordan
Two U.S. service members were killed and one is missing following an Iranian strike on Jordan. U.S. forces conducted airstrikes against Iran under President Trump's direction in response.
- Apps Marketed to US Troops Are Shipping Chinese and Russian Code
A first-of-its-kind analysis revealed that over one in eight apps designed for US service members contain foreign code, including from companies in countries designated as adversaries by the Pentagon. The foreign code originates specifically from Chinese and Russian entities.
- Service member killed in northern Iraq as U.S. recovers unidentified remains in Jordan
A U.S. service member was killed in northern Iraq as the U.S. recovers unidentified remains from a deadly attack site in Jordan where two service members were previously killed. The U.S. has vowed to punish Iran for the Jordan attack.
- Sen. Mark Warner says Middle East bases are "on and off under attack" since Iran war began
Sen. Mark Warner stated that Middle East bases have been intermittently attacked since the Iran war began, following the deaths of two U.S. service members at a Jordanian military base. He described the conflict as a 'war of choice.'
- Trump on US service members killed in Jordan: ‘It’s a very sad thing’
President Trump expressed sadness over the deaths of U.S. service members in Jordan, stating it is 'a very sad thing.' He emphasized their service to the country and their commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
- Moment Iranian missiles hit airbase in Jordan killing US soldiers
An Iranian missile struck Jordan’s Muwaffaq Salti Airbase, killing two US service members. The attack was captured in a video showing the moment of impact.
- 2 U.S. service members killed, 1 missing following Iranian strike on Jordan
Two U.S. service members were killed and one is missing following an Iranian strike on Jordan. U.S. forces conducted airstrikes against Iran at President Trump's direction in response to the deaths.
- US military unleashes retaliatory strikes against Iran after soldiers killed in Jordan
The U.S. military conducted airstrikes against Iran in retaliation for an attack on two Jordanian military bases that killed two U.S. service members, as announced by the U.S. Central Command. The strikes occurred following Iran's previous attack.
- Trump says deaths of US service members ‘very sad’
US President Donald Trump expressed sadness over the deaths of two US service members in Iranian attacks and stated the US would never allow Iran to obtain a nuclear weapon.
- 16 US service members have died in the Iran war, reflecting a conflict fought largely in the air
16 US service members have died in the conflict with Iran, primarily through drone, missile, and aircraft attacks, with recent fatalities in Jordan. The war, which began on February 28, involves U.S. forces across the Middle East and has caused Iranian casualties as well.
- International oil firms halt production in Iraq’s Kurdistan amid US-Iran escalation
International oil firms have halted production in Iraq’s Kurdistan due to escalating tensions between the US and Iran. The decision follows the deaths of two US service members in an Iranian attack on Jordan.