WASHINGTON (WDNews) — The U.S. Department of Defense has identified several American soldiers who were killed during the ongoing conflict involving Iran.
Military officials confirmed the service members died following a drone strike that targeted a U.S. operations site in Kuwait. The attack occurred as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate across the region.
The soldiers identified include Capt. Cody A. Khork, 35, of Winter Haven, Florida; Sgt. 1st Class Noah L. Tietjens, 42, of Bellevue, Nebraska; Sgt. 1st Class Nicole M. Amor, 39, of White Bear Lake, Minnesota; and Sgt. Declan J. Coady, 20, of West Des Moines, Iowa.
Officials said the soldiers were assigned to a logistics and sustainment unit responsible for supporting military operations through transportation, equipment and supply coordination.
According to military officials, additional service members were also killed in the strike, but their names have not yet been released as officials continue notifying family members.
Defense leaders described the fallen soldiers as dedicated service members who served their country with honor and commitment.
The Pentagon said investigations into the attack are ongoing as military operations continue in the region.
