Three U.S. Troops Killed During Operation Epic Fury
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Washington — U.S. Central Command said on Sunday that three U.S. service members were killed and five were seriously wounded in Operation Epic Fury, the campaign of coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes, supported by international partners, against Iran that began Saturday. CENTCOM posted at 9:30 a.m. ET that several others sustained minor shrapnel injuries and concussions and were being returned to duty, and it withheld names pending next-of-kin notifications. Iranian forces responded with missiles and drones across the region, and several media reports described attacks on U.S. facilities and the Abraham Lincoln carrier. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline
- 1. Saturday — Coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes, identified as Operation Epic Fury, began.
- 2. Satellite and regional outlets reported Iranian missile and drone responses across the Middle East.
- 3. March 1, 9:30 a.m. ET — CENTCOM announced three U.S. service members killed and five seriously wounded.
- 4. CENTCOM reported several additional minor shrapnel injuries and concussions and said personnel were being returned to duty.
- 5. CENTCOM withheld identities pending 24-hour next-of-kin notifications; media reported attacks including on the Abraham Lincoln carrier.
Why it matters
This conflict could impact safety and stability in the Middle East. If you have family serving in the military or living in the region, it's a concern. Check with the Department of Defense for updates. Remember, it's important to stay informed, not alarmed.
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