This is a tragic update.
Three service members have been killed in action.
As of 9:30 am ET, March 1, three U.S. service members have been killed in action and five are seriously wounded as part of Operation Epic Fury.
Several others sustained minor shrapnel injuries and concussions — and are in the process of being returned to duty. Major combat operations continue and our response effort is ongoing.
The situation is fluid, so out of respect for the families, we will withhold additional information, including the identities of our fallen warriors, until 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Pray for the service members and their families. These service members are heroes. They died so that Americans can remain free.
Americans will never forget their sacrifice.
