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US service member killed handling explosives in Iraq

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A U.S. service member was killed in northern Iraq while handling explosives from a downed Iranian drone.
WHO: U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM)
WHAT: A U.S. service member was killed and another wounded during an operation involving explosive remnants from a downed Iranian drone.
WHEN: Jul 19, 2026 at 4:18 PM ET
WHERE: Northern Iraq
WHY: The incident occurred while handling explosives from a downed Iranian drone.
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