The Pentagon has revised its count of U.S. casualties in the Iran war. The change adds troops who served in support roles but were previously excluded.
The Defense Department confirmed the update without a public announcement. Officials said the revision reflects a broader review of incident records.
Support personnel include medics, logistics crews, and intelligence staff. Many operated near front-line positions and faced similar risks as combat units.
The revised tally raises the total number of dead and wounded. Specific figures were not released in the initial statement.
Military families had pressed for wider recognition of these cases. Some said earlier counts left out service members who never fired a weapon.
Lawmakers from both parties have asked the Pentagon for a full accounting. They want clear criteria for how future casualty reports are compiled.
The department said it will apply the same standard to past and ongoing operations. Further updates are expected as the review continues.
