Troops say Army ignored request for more medical support before deadly attack
Summary
A U.S. Army unit in Kuwait asked for more medical support weeks before an Iranian drone attack killed six American soldiers and injured 20. Survivors said the Army did not provide enough medical resources during and after the attack, which led to delays in treating wounded troops.Key Facts
- The attack happened at a U.S. command post in Kuwait and killed six U.S. service members.
- The soldiers had requested additional medical personnel and supplies before the strike but were ignored.
- Some believe at least one soldier who died could have survived with better medical care onsite.
- The attack was Iran’s retaliation and caused the most U.S. casualties since 2021.
- Soldiers described confusion and chaos, having to use civilian vehicles to get the wounded to hospitals.
- The Pentagon stated efforts were made to protect troops and that an investigation is ongoing.
- Survivors said there was no training or preparation for mass casualty events before the attack.
- Soldiers expressed disappointment in military leadership for not adequately preparing or supporting them.
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