Washington, July 21 -- The Pentagon said that nearly 100 US service members have suffered injuries since Iran-linked attacks resumed on July 7, with most cases involving minor injuries and 96 per cent of those affected having returned to duty.
"While nearly 100 service members were deemed to have some degree of injury since July 7, 2026, 96 per cent have returned to duty. They are determined to get back in the fight. The vast majority of injuries experienced were minor concussions. Further updates will be posted on the Defense Casualty Analysis System. God is good!" Pentagon chief spokesperson Sean Parnell said in a statement.
The Pentagon's update came as the death toll among US forces rose to 17, including three service members killed i...