Seventh U.S. Service Member Killed During Iran Conflict

No identity revealed for latest casualty as combat operations continue

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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A seventh U.S. service member has been killed following strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran, according to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). The identity of the fallen warrior has been withheld until 24 hours after next of kin notification. This is the seventh service member killed in action during Operation Epic Fury, with the previous six casualties identified last week.

Why it matters

The ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran has resulted in a growing number of American casualties, raising concerns about the escalation of the situation and the potential for further loss of life. The deaths underscore the human toll of the military operations and the gravity of the situation.

The details

CENTCOM confirmed the latest casualty, stating the service member was 'seriously wounded at the scene of an attack on U.S. troops in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on March 1.' The six previously identified casualties were brought home to the U.S. in a dignified transfer on Saturday at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware, which was attended by President Trump. The president has warned that the death toll will likely rise as the conflict escalates, and has not ruled out the possibility of boots on the ground in Iran.

  • On March 1, the latest U.S. service member was seriously wounded in an attack on U.S. troops in Saudi Arabia.
  • On March 6, the six previously identified U.S. casualties were brought home to the U.S. in a dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base.

The players

Robert Marzan

Chief Warrant Officer 3, 54, of Sacramento, California.

Jeffrey O'Brien

Major, 45, of Indianola, Iowa.

Cody A. Khork

Captain, 35, of Winter Haven, Florida.

Noah L. Tietjens

Sergeant 1st Class, 42, of Bellevue, Nebraska.

Nicole M. Amor

Sergeant 1st Class, 39, of White Bear Lake, Minnesota.

Declan J. Coady

Sergeant, 20, of West Des Moines, Iowa.

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What they’re saying

“Sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. [W]e'll do everything possible where that won't be the case, but America will avenge their deaths and deliver the most punishing blow to the terrorists who have waged war against, basically, civilization.”

— Donald Trump, President (Breitbart)

“I would say, if we ever did that, they would be so decimated that they wouldn't be able to fight at the ground level.”

— Donald Trump, President (Breitbart)

What’s next

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The takeaway

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