Date: April 4, 2026 l Reporter: Musa Amed
The United States has confirmed that at least 365 of its service members have been wounded in the ongoing conflict with Iran, highlighting the growing human cost of the escalating war in the Middle East.
According to newly released Pentagon data, the casualties span across multiple branches of the US military, including 247 Army soldiers, 63 Navy sailors, 19 Marines, and 36 Air Force personnel. The figures underscore the intensity of ongoing operations as hostilities continue to expand across the region.
Officials also revealed that the majority of those injured are mid- to senior-level enlisted personnel, reflecting the frontline nature of engagements. In addition, 85 officers and 80 junior enlisted service members are among those wounded.
The death toll in the conflict currently stands at 13 US service members. Six of the fatalities were linked to a military refueling aircraft crash over Iraq, while seven others were killed during combat operations related to the Iran conflict.
In a separate incident, twelve US troops were wounded during an Iranian missile strike on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, with two reported to have sustained serious injuries.
The Pentagon noted that it remains unclear whether the latest casualty figures include personnel involved in recent incidents, such as the reported downing of US combat aircraft during operations over Iranian territory.
The rising number of casualties comes amid intensified military engagements between US-led forces and Iran, with multiple incidents reported across the Middle East, including missile attacks, airstrikes, and infrastructure damage in several countries.
Military analysts warn that the increasing toll on personnel reflects a deepening conflict with no immediate signs of de-escalation. The situation continues to raise global concern, as the war threatens broader regional stability and increases the risk of further international involvement.
As the conflict intensifies, attention remains focused on both the battlefield developments and the mounting human cost, with calls growing for diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation.