On July 26, 2026, the Pentagon announced an increase in the number of U.S. service members reported wounded in the ongoing conflict with Iran. The updated figures reflect a change in the reporting methodology used by the Department of Defense.
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Pentagon Reports Increased Casualty Figures for U.S. Service Members in Iran War
The Pentagon has reported a higher number of U.S. service members wounded in the conflict with Iran, following a change in its casualty reporting methodology. This announcement was made on July 26, 2026.
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