Mar 02, 2026

Fourth US soldier dies in Operation Epic Fury

Posted Mar 02, 2026 1:30 PM
File photo Operation Epic Fury -U..S. Central Command
File photo Operation Epic Fury -U..S. Central Command

WASHINGTON. – As of 7:30 am ET, March 2, four U.S. service members have been killed in action, according to a statement from the U.S. Central Command.

The fourth service member, who was seriously wounded during Iran’s initial attacks, eventually succumbed to their injuries. Major combat operations continue and our response effort is ongoing. The identities of the fallen are being withheld until 24 hours after next of kin notification.