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US troops wounded in strike on Saudi base amid war with Iran
At least 12 US service members were wounded in a strike on a Saudi base, US officials said, as exchanges of strikes involving Iran, Israel and US-backed forces continued.
Mar 28th 2026 · Iran
Insights
- At least 12 US service personnel were wounded in an overnight strike on a Saudi air base, US officials said.
- US officials described the incident as a breach of US air defenses.
- Israel said it launched strikes on Iranian targets early Saturday.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned Tehran would exact a heavy price after attacks on major steel plants and nuclear sites.
Sources
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- Twelve US troops wounded in Iran strike on base in Saudi Arabia, US official says www.reuters.com
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