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Wounded U.S. soldiers accuse Army of downplaying their war injuries

Wounded U.S. soldiers accuse Army of downplaying their war injuries

Summary

About 400 U.S. soldiers have been wounded since the war with Iran and Operation Epic Fury began. The Army says most injuries were minor and soldiers returned to duty, but some wounded soldiers say their injuries were more serious than reported.

Key Facts

  • Around 400 U.S. soldiers have been hurt in the conflict with Iran and Operation Epic Fury.
  • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that 90% of these injuries were minor.
  • Most soldiers with minor injuries were able to return to their military duties.
  • Some wounded soldiers disagree with the Army’s description and say their injuries were downplayed.
  • The issue was reported in an exclusive story by CBS News correspondent Jonah Kaplan.
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