US-Iran Tensions Escalate as Pentagon's Initial Claim of Zero Casualties Proves Short-Lived In a shocking turn of events, the Pentagon initially reported "zero reports" of US military deaths over the weekend, only to announce a new casualty on Monday. The discrepancy has sparked widespread confusion and raised questions about the accuracy of the initial statement. The news comes as tensions between the US and Iran remain high, with Iran claiming to have killed three US service members in Kuwait. As the situation continues to unfold, concerns are growing about the potential for further escalation and the implications for regional stability.


The Pentagon said there were “zero reports” of deaths over the weekend — then announced a new death on Monday. The post Iran Claims to Kill 3 U.S. Service Members in Kuwait appeared first on The Intercept.