U.S. Soldier Dies in Iraq After Iranian Attack, One Injured

Why it matters locally: The death of a U.S. soldier in Iraq, following previous casualties in Jordan, resonates with Tennessee's significant military population, including active duty personnel and veterans, and raises concerns for families with loved ones serving overseas.

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WASHINGTON D.C. – A U.S. soldier died in Iraq after an Iranian attack, the U.S. military confirmed today. Another U.S. soldier sustained injuries during the same incident. The casualty in Iraq follows the deaths of two other U.S. soldiers in Jordan yesterday. Military officials did not immediately release additional details regarding the specifics of the attack in Iraq or the identities of the soldiers involved.