Survivors of a deadly Iranian drone strike on U.S. forces in Kuwait have challenged the Pentagon’s account, saying their unit was poorly defended and exposed, according to CBS News. The March 1 attack killed six service members and injured more than 20.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described the strike as a single drone breaching a fortified site. However, soldiers told CBS News the base lacked adequate protection and was not equipped to counter aerial threats.
According to eyewitness accounts, troops had briefly taken cover after missile warnings but returned to work following an all-clear signal. Minutes later, a drone struck the facility directly, causing widespread casualties and chaos.
Army survivors say the Kuwait unit hit by Iran "was unprepared" to defend itself, disputing the Pentagon’s account. https://t.co/TND0762qZr
— CBS News (@CBSNews) April 9, 2026
Survivors said the unit had been moved to a vulnerable location despite intelligence warnings. The Pentagon declined to comment, citing an ongoing investigation.
Soldiers are calling for accountability, arguing the attack may have been preventable.
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