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Iran Strikes Saudi Base, Wounding 15 U.S. Troops; Marines Arrive

28 March, 2026.Iran.18 sources

Key Takeaways

Iran launched missiles and drones at Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia.
U.S. service members were wounded in the attack, with double-digit casualty counts.
Several U.S. aircraft were damaged, including refueling planes.

Iran Hits Saudi Base

Iranian forces launched ballistic missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan air base.

“Multiple American service members were wounded and some aircraft were damaged in a March 27 Iranian attack on Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia, people familiar with the matter told Air & Space Forces Magazine”

Air & Space Forces Magazine

At least 15 American troops were injured, including five seriously.

Air & Space Forces Magazine

CENTCOM confirmed more than 300 U.S. service members have been wounded in the conflict.

The USS Tripoli and approximately 2,500 Marines arrived in the region.

U.S. Forces Build Up

More American forces are reaching the Middle East.

The USS Boxer and two other ships have been ordered to deploy from San Diego.

Anadolu Ajansi

Survivable indirect fire shelters have been installed at U.S. bases.

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The House passed legislation to restrict Trump's war powers.

“Iranian attack on Saudi base wounds at least 10 US troops and damages several planes WASHINGTON (AP) — An Iranian missile attack Friday wounded at least 10 U”