The US Department of Defense has confirmed that around 140 American service members have been wounded in the ongoing conflict with Iran, which began on February 28, 2026. While most injuries are minor, eight troops remain severely wounded and are receiving advanced medical care.
A Pentagon spokesperson said that 108 of the injured have already returned to duty, highlighting that the majority of injuries are not life-threatening. Officials estimate that the total number of wounded could be as high as 150, though most cases are considered minor.
This is the first comprehensive update on US casualties in the conflict, giving a clearer picture of the toll on American forces. The reported injuries followed Iranian missile and drone strikes on US and allied military bases in the Middle East, including in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.
In addition to the wounded, seven US service members have been killed, six in Kuwait and one in Saudi Arabia, reflecting the growing human cost of the conflict.
The war has also taken a toll on civilians. Hundreds of deaths have been reported in Iran and Lebanon due to airstrikes and retaliatory attacks, signaling a worsening humanitarian situation.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described recent operations as among the most intense in the campaign against Iranian targets. Iran continues to carry out retaliatory strikes on US and allied positions across the Gulf, keeping the conflict highly volatile.
As the war enters its second week, focus remains on the evolving battlefield, troop casualties, and the broader impact on regional security and civilians.
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