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Iowan among U.S. service members killed by Iranian strike in Kuwait

“Today, we mourn the loss of Sergeant Declan Coady, a young Iowan who heroically answered his nation’s call to duty and gave the ultimate sacrifice,” said Governor Kim Reynolds.
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DES MOINES — The Department of War has identified four Army Reserve soldiers with the 103rd Sustainment Command based in Des Moines, Iowa, who were killed in action when Iran struck Port Shuaiba in Kuwait on Sunday. Among them is one Iowan: Sergeant Declan Coady, 20, from West Des Moines.

“Today, we mourn the loss of Sergeant Declan Coady, a young Iowan who heroically answered his nation’s call to duty and gave the ultimate sacrifice,” said Governor Kim Reynolds. “Kevin and I offer our deepest condolences to his family and ask all Iowans to join us in prayer for their healing and comfort.”

The Department of War announced the death of four Army Reserve Soldiers who were supporting Operation Epic Fury.

Capt. Cody A. Khork. 35. of Winter Haven. Fla.: Sgt. 1st Class Noah L. Tietjens. 42, of Bellevue. Neb.: Sgt. 1st Class Nicole M. Amor. 39. of White Bear Lake. Minn.: and Sgt. Declan J. Coady, 20. of West Des Moines, Iowa, died on March 1, 2026. in Port Shuaiba. Kuwait, during an unmanned aircraft system attack.

All Soldiers were assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command, Des Moines, Iowa. The incident is under investigation.

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10 thoughts on “Iowan among U.S. service members killed by Iranian strike in Kuwait

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