The Department of War announced the deaths of four U.S. Army Reserve soldiers who were killed March 1, 2026, during an unmanned aircraft system attack at the Port of Shuaiba in Kuwait. The soldiers were supporting Operation Epic Fury at the time of the incident. All four were assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa.

Military officials said the circumstances surrounding the attack remain under investigation. The Department of War confirmed that the soldiers were operating in support of the ongoing mission when the unmanned aircraft system struck.

Lt. Gen. Robert Harter, Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General of U.S. Army Reserve Command, issued a statement honoring the fallen service members and their families.

“We honor our fallen Heroes, who served fearlessly and selflessly in defense of our nation,” Harter said. “Their sacrifice, and the sacrifices of their families, will never be forgotten.”

“On behalf of the Army Reserve, we express our heartfelt condolences to their families and loved ones,” Harter said. “We remain steadfast in our commitment to honoring the legacy of our fallen and supporting their teammates and families during this difficult time.”

Soldiers Identified

Officials identified the soldiers killed in the attack as:

Capt. Cody Khork, 35, of Lakeland, Florida

Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor, 39, of White Bear Lake, Minnesota

Sgt. 1st Class Noah Tietjens, 42, of Bellevue, Nebraska

Sgt. Declan Coady, 20, of Des Moines, Iowa

Maj. Gen. Todd Erskine, Commanding General of the 79th Theater Sustainment Command, described the fallen soldiers as dedicated service members whose sacrifice reflects the commitment of those serving in uniform.

“To the families and teammates of these Cactus Nation Soldiers: you have my deepest sympathy and my respect,” Erskine said. “Our nation is kept safe by folks like these—brave men and women who put it all on the line every single day. They represent the heart of America. We will remember their names, their service, and their sacrifice.”

Brig. Gen. Clint A. Barnes, Deputy Commanding General of the 1st Theater Sustainment Command’s Operational Command Post, also released a statement honoring the soldiers’ service.

“It is with deep sadness and unyielding grief that we acknowledge and recognize our Soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country,” Barnes said. “Our Soldiers relentlessly, consistently, and fearlessly served with sincere dedication and pride.”

Barnes said the soldiers represented the ideals of the United States and the mission they were assigned to support.

“They were the ultimate ambassadors for freedom,” Barnes said. “They represent the best of what our country stands for. May God grant their families peace and comfort in their memories. We will never forget them.”

Service Background of the Fallen Soldiers

Capt. Cody Khork, of Lakeland, Florida, first enlisted in the National Guard in 2009 as a 13P Multiple Launch Rocket System and Fire Direction Specialist. He later commissioned as a Military Police Officer in the Army Reserve in 2014. During his service he deployed to Saudi Arabia in 2018, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, in 2021, and Poland in 2024.

Khork’s awards and decorations included the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Army Superior Unit Award, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korea Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Reserve Component Overseas Training Ribbon, Armed Forces Reserve Medal with 10 Year Device and “M” Device, and the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal.

Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor, of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, enlisted in the National Guard in 2005 as a 92A Automated Logistics Specialist before transferring to the Army Reserve in 2006. She deployed to Kuwait and Iraq in 2019 as part of her service.

Her awards and decorations included the Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Service Medal, NCO Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, and the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with “M” Device.

Sgt. 1st Class Noah Tietjens, of Bellevue, Nebraska, enlisted in the Army Reserve in 2006 as a 91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic. During his career he deployed twice to Kuwait, first in 2009 and again in 2019.

Tietjens received multiple awards including the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, and the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with “M” Device.

Sgt. Declan Coady, a resident of Des Moines, Iowa, enlisted in the Army Reserve in 2023 as a 25B Information Technology Specialist. He was posthumously promoted from specialist following his death.

Coady’s awards and decorations included the Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Ribbon, and the Overseas Service Ribbon.

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