Democratic senators launch investigation into Kuwait strike that killed US troops
Summary
Four Democratic senators are investigating if the Pentagon failed to protect U.S. troops in Kuwait before an Iranian drone attack that killed six soldiers and wounded over 20. The attack happened at a command post that survivors said was not properly defended, while the Defense Department says troops were safeguarded.Key Facts
- Six American service members died, and more than 20 were injured in the Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.
- The attack targeted a tactical operations center surrounded by barriers designed against mortar blasts but not aerial drone attacks.
- Survivors reported that the base was an older-style facility with limited defense against drones.
- Four Democratic senators, including Elizabeth Warren and Kirsten Gillibrand, question the Pentagon’s preparations and protection measures.
- Intelligence reportedly showed the base as a known potential target before the attack.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described the attack as an unusual, powerful strike but said the center was fortified.
- Survivors disagreed with Hegseth’s claim, stating the post was unprepared for such an attack.
- The Defense Department declined to comment further due to an ongoing investigation, and Hegseth will testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee soon.
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