March 2, 2026
FROM US CENTRAL COMMAND: “As of 7:30 am ET, March 2, four U.S. service members have been killed in action. The fourth service member, who was seriously wounded during Iran’s initial attacks, eventually succumbed to their injuries. Major combat operations continue and our response effort is ongoing. The identities of the fallen are being withheld until 24 hours after next of kin notification.”
FROM US SENATOR CHUCK SCHUMER: “I am devastated to learn of the loss of three US service members during military operations against Iran. Every American should be profoundly grateful for their patriotism and sacrifice. I am praying for them, their families, the other service members injured, and all of those in harms way in the Middle East right now.”
FROM CONGRESSMAN NICK LANGWORTHY: “God rest the souls of these American warriors. A devastating reminder of the price of peace. My heart is with their families and loved ones. May God watch over all our troops stationed across the region.”
FROM CONGRESSWOMAN CLAUDIA TENNEY: “I want to express my deepest condolences to the families of the 3 service members killed in action as part of Operation Epic Fury. As the mother of a Marine, I understand the risks and sacrifices our service members and their families make, including sometimes making the ultimate sacrifice. I ask all Americans to keep the families of these service members in their prayers.”
