The Air Force announced two nonhostile fatalities among service members in the Middle East this month, with one death under investigation and the other attributed to illness. Since the start of the Iran conflict on February 28, there have been 23 U.S. military deaths, with 865 wounded. The Pentagon has reported the total cost of the conflict at around $47 billion. President Trump has hinted at potential military actions against Iran following the upcoming midterm elections.
Key facts
- Two Air Force service members died in the Middle East this month, classified as nonhostile.
- 23 U.S. service members have died in the Middle East since February 28.
- 865 service members have been wounded in the conflict.
- The total cost of the war is approximately $47 billion.
- One of the recent deaths is under investigation.
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