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Army Identifies Seventh US Casualty as National Guard Soldier

Army Identifies Seventh US Casualty as National Guard Soldier

Summary

The U.S. Army has identified Maj. Sorffly Davius, a National Guard soldier, as the seventh American servicemember to die since the U.S. and Israel began military operations against Iran. Davius died in a non-combat incident in Kuwait, and the case is being investigated. These operations have led to a conflict with Iran, involving missile strikes and drone attacks.

Key Facts

  • Maj. Sorffly Davius was a National Guard soldier from Queens, New York.
  • He died in a non-combat incident at Camp Buehring in Kuwait.
  • His death is part of ongoing U.S. and Israel operations against Iran called Operation Epic Fury.
  • All seven American servicemembers killed in this conflict have been Army soldiers.
  • The U.S. operations targeted Iranian military sites, and Iran responded with missile and drone strikes.
  • President Trump and other officials attended a dignified transfer for the six soldiers killed previously in the conflict.
  • Maj. Davius also served as an NYPD officer and FDNY paramedic before his death.

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