Pentagon Confirms Death of 13 American Soldiers in War Against Iran; Israeli Prime Minister Declares Readiness for Action
The Pentagon has confirmed that 13 American soldiers have died since the onset of military operations against Iran, which began on February 28, with 365 others reported injured. Israeli Prime Minister has stated readiness to take appropriate actions in response.
Since the commencement of the U.S. military operation against Iran on February 28, a total of 13 American soldiers have lost their lives, while 365 have sustained injuries. This information was disclosed by the Pentagon in a report published on April 3.
According to the report, approximately 247 of the injured personnel are members of the Army, 63 are from the Navy, 19 are Marines, and 36 belong to the Air Force. This indicates a broad spectrum of forces involved in the ongoing conflict.
Among the deceased, six soldiers were killed as a result of an Iranian strike on Kuwait, while another soldier succumbed to injuries sustained in Saudi Arabia. These incidents are classified as fatalities resulting from hostile actions. The remaining six soldiers died in an accident involving an American refueling aircraft, and these cases are categorized as deaths not related to hostile actions.
The joint operation conducted by the United States and Israel against the Iranian regime, dubbed 'Epic Fury' by the U.S. and 'Lion's Roar' by Israel, commenced on February 28. The airstrikes resulted in the elimination of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, marking a significant blow to the Iranian regime.
In retaliation to the strikes by the U.S. and Israel, Iran initiated the launch of ballistic missiles and drones targeting not only Israel but also Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan. Attacks on U.S. military bases have been recorded, indicating an escalation of the conflict in the region.
On March 28, Reuters reported that U.S. President Donald Trump faced a challenging decision: to negotiate a potentially flawed agreement to end the war or risk escalation that could lead to a prolonged conflict. This dilemma has sparked considerable debate within U.S. political circles.
On March 31, The Wall Street Journal noted that Donald Trump is prepared to conclude the war against Iran, even if the currently blocked Strait of Hormuz is not fully reopened. This reflects the Trump administration's desire to find a resolution to a situation that threatens regional stability.
According to U.S. intelligence, Tehran is unlikely to agree to the unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz in the near future, which could further complicate the situation. This conflict continues to be at the forefront of international attention, as its ramifications could be far-reaching.