Washington: The US Central Command has announced that the death toll of American soldiers has risen to seven following the death of a soldier who succumbed to wounds sustained during initial attacks by the Iranian regime across the Middle East.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the US Central Command issued a press release stating, "A US service member died last night from wounds sustained during the initial attacks launched by the Iranian regime across the Middle East." The statement further revealed that the soldier was critically wounded during an attack targeting US forces in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on March 1st.

The press release highlighted that this marks the seventh service member killed in combat operations during Operation Epic Fury. The US Central Command noted that major combat operations will continue, and the identity of the deceased will remain confidential for 24 hours until next of kin have been notified.

These developments occur amidst increasing military confrontations between the United States and Iran in various parts of the Middle East. Both nations have engaged in missile and drone attacks targeting military bases and strategic facilities, escalating tensions and fears of a broader conflict in the region.