پینٹاگون نے ویب سائٹ پر ایران جنگ میں زخمی امریکی فوجیوں کی تعداد بڑھا دی

The Pentagon has quietly added a new category to its website, revealing that a further 142 US troops have been injured in the conflict with Iran. This move comes as the US continues to fight a war in the Middle East, with many questioning the legality of the ongoing conflict.

Background & Context

The conflict between the US and Iran began on January 3, 2020, when a US drone strike killed Iranian General Qasem Soleimani in Baghdad. The US has since been engaged in a series of military operations against Iran, with the conflict escalating in recent months.

Despite the ongoing conflict, the US has not sought congressional authorization for the war, sparking concerns about the legality of the military action. The US Constitution grants Congress the power to declare war, but the Trump administration has instead relied on a 2001 authorization for the use of military force against those responsible for the 9/11 attacks to justify the war in Iran.

Key Details

According to the Pentagon's website, the new category, "Overseas Operations," includes the injuries sustained by US troops in Iran since July 7, 2020. The category includes a total of 142 new injured troops, bringing the total number of injured troops to 624. The Pentagon has also added four new fatalities to the list, including First Lieutenant Tyler Voss, Sergeant Angel Resendiz, Private Abigail Gonzales, and Sergeant Michael Swanton.

The new category has been met with criticism from lawmakers and experts, who argue that the Pentagon's move is an attempt to downplay the true extent of the war's toll on US troops. "This is a meaningless move," said Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY). "The Pentagon is trying to create the illusion that there have been two separate wars in Iran, one before the cease-fire and one after. But the reality is that the war has continued unabated, with no congressional authorization."

What Experts Say

Experts have long argued that the US war in Iran is unconstitutional and that the Trump administration's reliance on the 2001 authorization is a gross abuse of power. "The US is engaged in a war without a clear mandate or authorization from Congress," said Dr. Mary Ellen O'Connell, a professor of international law at Notre Dame University. "This is a clear violation of the Constitution and a threat to the rule of law."

Key Takeaways

• The US has added a new category to its website, revealing that 142 US troops have been injured in the conflict with Iran.
• The Pentagon has also added four new fatalities to the list, bringing the total number of fatalities to 18.
• The conflict between the US and Iran began on January 3, 2020, and has continued unabated, with no congressional authorization.
• Experts have long argued that the US war in Iran is unconstitutional and that the Trump administration's reliance on the 2001 authorization is a gross abuse of power.

What This Means For You

The ongoing conflict in Iran has significant implications for everyday Americans. The war has already cost taxpayers billions of dollars, and the continued military action is likely to further strain the US economy. Moreover, the war's impact on US troops and their families cannot be overstated. The Pentagon's move to add new injured troops to the list is a stark reminder of the human cost of the war and the need for congressional authorization.

As the conflict in Iran continues, it is essential for Americans to demand transparency and accountability from their government. The US must seek congressional authorization for the war and provide clear evidence of the military's actions and the toll they have taken on US troops. Anything less is a betrayal of the Constitution and a threat to the rule of law.