The seventh U.S. soldier killed in the war with Iran has been identified.
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Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington, 26, of Glendale, Kentucky, died on Sunday from injuries he sustained a week earlier during an attack on a U.S. military base.
According to The Department of War, Pennington was wounded during an "enemy attack on March 1, 2026, at Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia."
His death comes during the second week of the conflict, following the deaths of six other U.S. service members who were killed during an Iranian attack on an American base in Kuwait.
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The base in Saudi Arabia where Pennington was stationed was targeted by Iranian ballistic missiles as part of a retaliatory strike, according to Fox News.
Iran launched the attacks against several Gulf Arab states that host U.S. military bases.
"Sgt. Pennington was a dedicated and experienced noncommissioned officer who led with strength, professionalism, and sense of duty," said 1st Space Brigade commander Col. Michael Dyer.
"Our deepest sympathies are with his family, friends, and fellow soldiers. We remain dedicated to providing comfort and support at this time and will forever honor his legacy and ultimate sacrifice for our nation."
The base, located roughly 40 miles from Saudi Arabia's capital city of Riyadh, was defended by Saudi forces who intercepted several incoming missiles, per Fox News correspondent Jennifer Griffin.
The Army's Space Brigade, which Pennington served in, operates air-defense systems and is stationed across six countries worldwide, according to The New York Post.
The unit supports "the military's ability for missile warning, GPS tracking, and long-haul satellite communications to troops."
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear also shared his condolences following the announcement of Pennington's death.
"Sgt. Pennington is a hero who sacrificed everything serving our country," Beshear said. "Please join Britainy and me as we pray for his family and our fellow Kentuckians during this difficult time."
