The conflict in Iran has resulted in the deaths of 18 U.S. service members and over 750 injuries since it began on February 28. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick mistakenly claimed no Americans had died, later apologizing for the error. The casualties include soldiers from various military branches, and families are expressing their grief over the losses.
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