Toledo Soldier Injured in Iran Drone Strike: Recovery & Support for Master Sgt. Steinback

Community rallies behind injured U.S. Army Reserve soldier from Ohio as he begins long recovery.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 1:21pm

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Master Sergeant Josh Steinback, a U.S. Army Reserve soldier from Toledo, Ohio, is beginning a long recovery after being severely injured in a March 1st Iranian drone strike in Kuwait. The attack, part of an initial wave of retaliatory strikes by Iran, also tragically claimed the lives of six fellow soldiers from the 103rd Sustainment Command.

Why it matters

The injury to Master Sergeant Steinback underscores the growing human toll of the ongoing conflict with Iran, which has seen at least 13 American soldiers killed and over 170 wounded as of March 14, 2026. The Kuwait attack was particularly devastating, with dozens suffering from brain trauma, shrapnel wounds, and burns.

The details

The March 1st attack in Kuwait is not an isolated incident, as the conflict has seen a significant escalation in recent weeks. Iran has launched over 2,500 missiles and drones, prompting warnings from U.S. Officials about the potential for further American casualties. The Pentagon has identified four of the six soldiers killed in the Kuwait drone strike: Capt. Cody A. Khork, Sgt. 1st Class Noah L. Tietjens, Sgt. 1st Class Nicole M. Amor, and Spc. Declan J.

  • The attack occurred on March 1, 2026.
  • As of March 14, 2026, at least 13 American soldiers have been killed and over 170 wounded.

The players

Master Sergeant Josh Steinback

A U.S. Army Reserve soldier from Toledo, Ohio, who was severely injured in the March 1st Iranian drone strike in Kuwait.

Angela Steinback

The wife of Master Sergeant Josh Steinback, who works as an LPN at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown.

Tama American Legion Community Event Center

A community organization in Toledo, Ohio, that is donating all proceeds from its 2025-2026 fish fry season to the Steinback family.

Wounded Warrior Project

An organization that has provided invaluable assistance to the Steinback family, helping replace lost luggage and secure lodging during Angela Steinback's travel from Germany to Walter Reed Medical Center.

Capt. Cody A. Khork, Sgt. 1st Class Noah L. Tietjens, Sgt. 1st Class Nicole M. Amor, and Spc. Declan J.

Four of the six soldiers killed in the Kuwait drone strike.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The response to the Kuwait attack has been substantial, with more than 30 U.S. Military members currently hospitalized at various medical centers, including Walter Reed Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, where Master Sergeant Steinback is receiving care.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing human toll of the ongoing conflict with Iran, with at least 13 American soldiers killed and over 170 wounded as of March 14, 2026. The community support and assistance provided to the Steinback family, as well as the broader efforts to care for the injured soldiers, demonstrate the resilience and commitment to supporting our troops during these challenging times.