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Pentagon’s count leaves out some deaths in Middle East during Iran war

The Hill·September 18, 2026·1 min read
Pentagon’s count leaves out some deaths in Middle East during Iran war

The Pentagon's public database omitted two deaths of U.S. service members deployed in the Middle East during the war against Iran, who were involved in missions unrelated to the conflict. Maj. Sorffly Davius, serving in the 42nd Infantry Division at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, died of 'undetermined causes' on March [date cut off]. The omission raises questions about transparency in casualty reporting.

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