4 US Soldiers Killed in Kuwait Drone Strike

Families mourn the loss of the Army Reserve members killed during Operation Epic Fury deployment

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The US Department of War has identified four of the six US soldiers killed in a drone attack in Kuwait on March 1, 2026. The deceased were members of the 103rd Sustainment Command in Des Moines, Iowa and included Capt. Cody Khork, Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor, Sgt. 1st Class Noah Tietjens, and Sgt. Declan Coady. Military leaders expressed deep sorrow at the loss, emphasizing the soldiers' commitment to duty and sacrifice.

Why it matters

The incident in Kuwait is a tragic reminder of the ongoing risks and sacrifices made by US service members deployed overseas. The deaths have deeply impacted the local communities where the soldiers were from, highlighting the human toll of military operations.

The details

The drone strike occurred at the Port of Shuaiba in Kuwait on March 1, 2026 during the soldiers' deployment with Operation Epic Fury. All four identified victims were members of the 103rd Sustainment Command, which assists US troops overseas through logistics and operational coordination.

  • The drone attack occurred on March 1, 2026.
  • The US Department of War identified the four soldiers on March 2, 2026.

The players

Capt. Cody Khork

A 35-year-old US Army Reserve soldier from Lakeland, Florida who was killed in the drone strike.

Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor

A 39-year-old US Army Reserve soldier from White Bear Lake, Minnesota who was killed in the drone strike.

Sgt. 1st Class Noah Tietjens

A 42-year-old US Army Reserve soldier from Bellevue, Nebraska who was killed in the drone strike.

Sgt. Declan Coady

A 20-year-old US Army Reserve soldier from Des Moines, Iowa who was killed in the drone strike.

Lt. Gen. Robert Harter

Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General of US Army Reserve, who expressed sorrow over the soldiers' deaths.

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What they’re saying

“We honor our fallen Heroes who served fearlessly and selflessly in defense of our nation. Their sacrifice, and the sacrifices of their families, will never be forgotten.”

— Lt. Gen. Robert Harter, Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General of US Army Reserve (ibtimes.co.uk)

“Today, we mourn the loss of Sergeant Declan Coady, a young Iowan who heroically answered his nation's call to duty and gave the ultimate sacrifice. Kevin and I offer our deepest condolences to his family and ask all Iowans to join us in prayer for their healing and comfort.”

— Kim Reynolds, Governor of Iowa (Iowa Capital Dispatch)

“You don't go to Kuwait thinking something's going to happen, and for her to be one of the first – it hurts.”

— Joey Amor, Husband of Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor (ibtimes.co.uk)

What’s next

The incident in Kuwait is still under investigation by military officials.

The takeaway

This tragic loss of life underscores the ongoing risks and sacrifices made by US service members deployed overseas, and the deep impact it has on their local communities and families left behind.