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00:41

Pentagon Identifies First US Soldiers Killed In Iran War

The Pentagon on March 3 identified four of the first US soldiers killed in the war against Iran during an attack by unmanned aircraft in Kuwait.

The soldiers "died on March 1, 2026, in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait, during an unmanned aircraft system attack. All soldiers were assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command, Des Moines, Iowa,"a statement said.

"The incident is under investigation," it added. No other details were made public

It named the soldiers as Captain Cody A. Khork, 35, of Florida; Sergeant 1st Class Noah L. Tietjens, 42, of Nebraska; Sergeant 1st Class Nicole M. Amor, 39, of Minnesota; and Sergeant Declan J. Coady, 20, of Iowa.

Combination photo released by the US Army Reserve shows Sergeant 1st Class Nicole Amor; Sergent Declan Coady; Captain Cody Khork; and Sergeant 1st Class Noah Tietjens, who died on March 1 in Kuwait at the Port of Shuaiba.

Two other American service members died during Iran's initial retaliatory attacks but not yet been publicly identified. Several others remain seriously injured.

US President Donald Trump warned the American public shortly after announcing major military operations against Iran that there were likely to be US casualties in the effort.

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23:35

Trump Vows To Protect Shipping In Strait Of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump has vowed to offer military and financial security for shipping traffic in the crucial Strait of Hormuz, which is being threatened by Iran amid its retaliatory action following US and Israeli air strikes.

"If necessary, the United States Navy will begin escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, as soon as possible," he posted on hisTruth Socialplatform on March 3.

Trump also said he has instructed the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to offer risk insurance and guarantees for all maritime trade in the Gulf region. The action is directed att energy transport but will be available to all shipping companies, he said.

Oil tankers pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

"No matter what, the United States will ensure the FREE FLOW of ENERGY to the WORLD."

"More actions to come," he said.

Oil prices had surged and stock markets globally had tumbled amid concerns that Iran could attack shipping in the strait, which lies between Iran and Oman.

It is considered one of the most important shipping routes in the world, being the only connection from the Gulf to the world's seas.

Markets recovered some of the losses after Trump's announcement.

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21:57

Fire Contained After Drone Strike Near US Consulate in Dubai

A fire was contained near the US Consulate in Dubai on March 3 after a drone strike, US authorities confirmed, as regional tensions intensify amid ongoing US-Israeli military operations against Iran.

The Dubai Media Office said emergency crews responded immediately to a blaze caused by a "drone-related incident" in the vicinity of the diplomatic compound. No injuries were reported, and the fire was brought under control.

Videos circulating on social media showed flames and thick black smoke near at least one building inside the compound.