Two Iowa National Guard members died in a Syria attack during a U.S. military operation.

The U.S. Army has identified two Iowa National Guard soldiers killed in a drone attack in Syria on December 14, 2025. The soldiers, whose names have been released, were serving in a U.S. military operation in the region. The attack marked a significant escalation in recent hostilities involving U.S. forces in Syria. The Iowa National Guard confirmed the deaths, honoring the soldiers as having made the "ultimate sacrifice" in service to the country.