US-Israel-Iran War LIVE: US Military Death Toll Confirmed at 3 Amid Iran Operation

The United States military has confirmed that **three service members were killed** and **five others were seriously wounded** during operations against Iran as part of the joint US-Israel offensive. The announcement was made by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), marking the first confirmed American combat deaths in the ongoing conflict.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Details of US Casualties

According to CENTCOM, the three service members were killed in action during Operation Epic Fury, which began earlier this week with coordinated strikes by the United States and Israel on Iranian military targets. Five other troops were reported seriously wounded, with several additional personnel sustaining minor injuries such as shrapnel wounds and concussions. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

The identities of the fallen soldiers have not yet been released, as the military is completing notifications to next of kin. CENTCOM said that combat operations are continuing, and it described the situation as fluid as the conflict unfolds. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Context of the Conflict

The fatalities come amid intensified warfare that saw the United States and Israel targeting strategic and military infrastructure across Iran. Iran’s retaliatory attacks have included missiles and drones launched at US bases and allied installations across the Middle East, contributing to heightened regional tensions. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

President Donald Trump acknowledged the conflict’s dangers, warning that casualties were possible as operations continue, and emphasized the gravity of the campaign. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Regional Impact and Ongoing Operations

The conflict has triggered widespread responses across the Middle East, with Iran launching waves of missile strikes and drone attacks not only at military targets but also at allied nations’ territory. Civilian and military infrastructures in several Gulf states have been affected amid the hostilities. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Despite the casualties, US and allied forces have maintained their combat posture. As operations persist, the broader implications for regional stability and global politics remain highly uncertain.