Pentagon Expands U.S. Casualty Count in Iran War to Include Support Roles

Pentagon Expands U.S. Casualty Count in Iran War to Include Support Roles

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The Pentagon has updated its casualty figures for the Iran war to include U.S. troops who died or were wounded while serving in support roles. This adjustment marks a change in how the Defense Department accounts for military casualties, broadening the scope beyond frontline combatants. The announcement comes without prior notice, reflecting a shift in official reporting practices.

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