Wounded US soldiers say the military's medical system failed them after deadly Iranian drone strike in Kuwait

From the Newshound archive · first published 5 October 2026 · last updated 6 October 2026.

Six American soldiers were killed and dozens more wounded when an Iranian drone hit Port Shuaiba in Kuwait — the single deadliest blow against US forces since the conflict with Iran began. Survivors have since told AP that the Army's medical system left them without adequate care in the wake of the strike, adding to the trauma they had already endured. Gold Star families and injured soldiers are now pressing Army leadership for answers.

Soldiers describe being let down at multiple stages by military medical support following the Kuwait drone attack.

Gold Star families are joining wounded survivors in demanding accountability from Army commanders.