Military families reflect on service members killed, injured in Iran war
Summary
Eighteen U.S. service members have died and hundreds have been wounded since the start of the war involving Iran. Families of fallen soldiers, such as 1st Lt. Tyler Feehan, remember their loved ones and share how they supported their troops during deployment. About 50,000 U.S. troops remain in the Middle East, with no clear plan from President Donald Trump on when they will return home.Key Facts
- 18 U.S. service members have died in the Iran war so far.
- There have been a total of 808 U.S. casualties, including wounded soldiers.
- 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, died in July during an Iranian missile and drone attack in Jordan.
- Feehan helped soldiers in his unit with college enrollment and academic support while deployed.
- Families of fallen soldiers honor their service and have set up foundations to support troops.
- About 50,000 U.S. troops remain deployed in the Middle East amid ongoing conflict.
- President Donald Trump has not announced a timeline or exit plan for U.S. troops from the region.
- The Department of Defense is investigating the July attack that killed Feehan and others.
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