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Unchecked mass migration, particularly in Western nations where millions have settled after leaving third-world countries, tends to erode national sovereignty, one expert said—an issue President Donald Trump highlighted during his speech last week in front of other world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly.As migrants continue to reach Western shores, those countries are grappling with stretched resources and tensions between newly arrived immigrants, some here illegally, and the native population, many of whom feel their best interests and cultural identity are being overlooked by government bureaucrats.The pushback stands in contrast to the vision of “global citizenship” advocated by entities like the World Economic Forum and U.N. initiatives, set against the rise of nationalist opposition led by figures like Trump.Much of the push for illegal migration comes from non-governmental groups and other grantmaking networks, Lora Ries, director of the Border Security and Immigration Center at The Heritage Foundation, told Fox News Digital.LIZ PEEK: CAN TRUMP MAKE THE UN GREAT AGAIN DESPITE ITS GLOBALIST AGENDA?”It’s no coincidence that we’ve seen the same tactics in a handful of countries at the same time, whether that’s to the U.K., to France, to Germany, other parts of Western Europe, or to the U.S., particularly during Biden’s four years,” said Ries. “And what that does is it erodes the sovereignty of the nation-state. So no longer do people in a nation get to decide who’s coming, how many, for what reason, and for how long, and whether people are complying with our laws.”Groups like the U.N., World Economic Forum, and International Organization for Migration (IOM) all advocate for managed, regular, and lawful migration while treating mobility as a natural economic and demographic reality.However, European countries are being stretched thin as migrants continue to change the demographic and cultural landscape within their borders, critics of mass migration say. Ries cited the lack of assimilation among some migrants, the formation of ethnic enclaves, language shifts, and hesitation by law enforcement and elected officials to address the matter driven by political correctness.TENS OF THOUSANDS FLOOD STREETS TO PROTEST SPAIN BORDER CRISIS”And now we’ve got Western countries like the U.K. and France really teetering on, are they still the same countries?” said Ries. “The U.S. is on the same path—we’re just further behind. And so now… we have to ask ourselves, ‘Do we want to continue down the same path that the U.K. has been on? Or do we want to get off this path?’”During Trump’s speech last week at the United Nations General Assembly, he reiterated his administration’s hardline position on defending American borders while criticizing the U.N.TRUMP TO ZERO-IN ON IRAN NUCLEAR THREAT, GAZA PLAN AND UN OVERHAUL IN WORLD STAGE SPEECH”It is deeply ironic that the United Nations has an entire institution, the UNESCO group of people and countries, devoted to protecting cultural heritage—yet, with their ceaseless promotion of mass migration, these globalists are actively destroying the greatest cultures and most extraordinary heritage in history,” he said. “There is no human right to illegal immigration, but there is a right to remain a sovereign nation.”The IOM, an arm of the U.N., states that it’s committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. Ries cited the U.N. 2030 agenda, the universal action plan adopted in 2015 by its member states to combat poverty and fight climate change.At the heart of the plan are 17 sustainable development goals.”They view mass migration as a way to achieve some… all of those 17 goals of sustainable development. But it’s certainly not sustainable for the nation-states that are being overrun,” Ries said.DHS’ TOP LAWYER THREATENS PENALTIES FOR ATTORNEYS CLOGGING ASYLUM SYSTEMOne aspect of the mass migration crisis is the asylum process, which critics say is ripe for abuse, allowing people into countries despite not having a valid claim and rendering asylum and refugee protection meaningless.”We need to get back to the original objective grounds for persecution, which is it has to be a government actor persecuting you on account of your race, your religion, your nationality, or political opinion,” Ries said. “And really get the meaning of persecution back into a box, because right now it is so watered down.””Good for President Trump for calling this out on this world stage,” she added. “We need other leaders to do the same. It takes a lot of political courage, a lot of political will, and the ability to say no to this global funding and these major donors that are involved in this racket.”On Monday, a migrant caravan that began last week in Honduras crossed into Mexico as hundreds head north toward the U.S.-Mexico border.”Migrants considering making the dangerous journey to our country should also be aware that the days of ‘catch and release’ are over, and Biden’s disastrous open border policy has been SEALED SHUT,” the Department of Homeland Security said in response.

Ordering a lobster roll “Connecticut-style” in Maine might garner a dirty look — or worse, a side of mayonnaise instead of butter.A recent debate has heated up in Maine over how a proper lobster roll should be served: warm, with butter, or cold, with mayo.Maine-style lobster rolls traditionally consist of cold lobster meat, either tossed in mayo or served with mayo on the side.RED LOBSTER’S 37-YEAR-OLD CEO BETTING ON NOSTALGIA, AI TO FUEL CHAIN’S COMEBACK AFTER BANKRUPTCYA Connecticut-style roll typically includes warm lobster meat, poached in butter or served with warm butter on the side.In both variations, the lobster is piled onto a warm, toasted split-top bun, usually brioche.Despite the discourse over which style of lobster roll reigns supreme, Peter Bissell, co-owner of Highroller Lobster Co. in Portland, Maine, believes there’s room for both.SPINY LOBSTER MINI SEASON KICKS OFF IN FLORIDA, DRAWING EAGER DIVERS TO THE WATER”We just want to make people happy with fresh, never frozen, Maine lobster meat, and our specialty mayos was sort of our differentiating factor,” he told Fox News Digital. “But we’re not dying on any of these hills. It’s really good either way.”Highroller Lobster Co. is known for its specialty mayos, which come in flavors like roasted red pepper, fresh lime, roasted red pepper and roasted garlic. Instead of tossing the meat in mayo, the restaurant drizzles the mayo on top of the lobster roll in a zigzag pattern.Those who opt for Maine-style lobster rolls tend to appreciate the tangy mayo combined with “the cool, refreshing interior of the sandwich [and] the crisp, warmed bread on the outside,” Bissell mentioned.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERFor guests who prefer butter, it’s available at Highroller and always has been, Bissell said. It has offered warm butter on cold meat from day one, but warm lobster meat with butter is a relatively recent menu addition.”We added Connecticut-style,” Bissell said. “It’s a $1 up-charge because the cooks, they poach it in butter for 45 seconds to one minute on the line, so now customers can order fully warmed meat with butter if they choose.”Of all the lobster rolls sold this past summer, about 50% were ordered with mayo and 50% were ordered with butter. Of the 50% with butter, 25% were Connecticut-style, according to Bissell.Connecticut-based chef and restaurant owner Robert Marcarelli’s approach to lobster rolls is not quite as flexible as Bissell’s. His restaurants only sell Connecticut-style lobster, warmed with butter.TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ”Connecticut is very die-hard butter, no mayo. As you head a little bit north, mayo starts coming into the picture,” Marcarelli told Fox News Digital.”I will try the mayonnaise ones here and there, but my favorite is just hot lobster with butter,” he noted.CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWSBoth Bissell and Marcarelli — and, probably, many customers — agree that what truly makes a delicious lobster roll is fresh lobster meat, not frozen.”A lot of people are out there buying frozen lobster meat, and it doesn’t matter whether you put it with mayo or butter, you could taste the difference between fresh meat and frozen,” Marcarelli said.

Two fraternities at Louisiana State University are suspended following an investigation into allegations of hazing within the organizations.Delta Kappa Epsilon and Phi Gamma Delta, also known as “FIJI,” have been placed on interim suspensions as the school investigates the allegations, WAFB reported.LSU confirmed the interim suspensions to Fox News Digital.On Sept. 3, an urgent complaint was made by someone who told his roommate, “They [DKE] had me doing wall sits and were actively water boarding me in the process,” WAFB reported.DOZENS OF PLEDGES FOUND COVERED IN FOOD IN SWELTERING FRAT BASEMENT AS POLICE INVESTIGATE ALLEGED HAZINGMIAMI SECRET SERVICE AGENT CHARGED IN NEAR-DEADLY FRATERNITY HAZING, OFFICIALS SAYThe person who filed the complaint wished to remain anonymous.FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON XSIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWSPhi Gamma Delta (FIJI) pledges were reportedly “forced to chug a gallon of chocolate milk, which caused many of them to puke.”CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE FOX TRUE CRIME HUBPledges were also reportedly ordered to bring a squirrel to a meeting.SEND US A TIPGOT A TIP?In a statement sent to Fox News Digital, Delta Kappa Epsilon said:THE FRAT OMERTÀ: WHISTLEBLOWER WARNS OF ‘CODE OF SILENCE’ AFTER OLE MISS DEATHS, ALLEGED PENN STATE COKE RING”Delta Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity is aware of the allegations involving the Zeta Zeta Chapter at Louisiana State University and takes them seriously. DKE is cooperating with the appropriate authorities as they review the matter. We will take appropriate action based on the facts established through those processes. Because the matter remains under investigation, we will not comment further at this time.”GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAILFox News Digital reached out to the LSU Police Department, the university and Phi Gamma Delta.

The Trump administration’s recent effort to bring the law down on Rep. Ilhan Omar could go as far as seeking to strip the Minnesota congresswoman of her citizenship for alleged immigration fraud. But a criminal investigation is unlikely to yield results the president wants, according to a former federal prosecutor.Michael Wildes, an immigration attorney, told Fox News Digital that investigators face a “very high bar” to build a case against Omar after White House border czar Tom Homan confirmed the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is conducting a “criminal” investigation against the progressive squad member.It all stems from claims that Omar married her brother to gain U.S. citizenship, which she has repeatedly denied.President Donald Trump has a longstanding feud with Omar going back to when she was first elected in the middle of his first term, and quickly became one of his most vocal critics in Congress. Trump has repeatedly called for Omar to be sent back to Somalia because of her alleged fraudulent activity.The Trump administration continues to ramp up efforts to denaturalize and deport individuals accused of immigration fraud. And Vice President JD Vance claimed earlier this year that the Department of Justice is investigating Omar for alleged fraud and immigration violations.But questions remain over what a potential prosecution and denaturalization case against the Somali-born lawmaker would require.Wildes said that investigators would need to prove beyond reasonable doubt that Omar knowingly entered her marriage — to a man critics allege is her brother — for the sole purpose of evading U.S. immigration laws.DOJ MOVES TO STRIP CITIZENSHIP FROM 17 PEOPLE ACCUSED OF HIDING DISTURBING CRIMES”In order to establish a successful marriage fraud case, the government would have to prove beyond a reasonable doubt… that the defendant knowingly entered into a marriage with the primary purpose to evade immigration laws and get a benefit,” Wildes said.Wildes noted that even if Omar and her husband, Ahmed Nur Said Elmi, decided after getting married that their partnership could be a scheme for Elmi to fast pass America’s immigration process, this would not be considered marriage fraud in court.He continued, “Those are very high bars and thresholds that they would have to surmount. The immigration benefit cannot be a byproduct, or secondary consideration. This is not deemed to be illegal.”If evidence was presented to prove Omar and Elmi committed marriage fraud, the Minnesota Democrat could face up to five years in jail, a maximum fine of $250,000, or both.Wildes also pointed out that there are statutes of limitation that could hinder a potential prosecution and make it more difficult to prosecute Omar for marriage fraud, as that marriage was in 2009. But there is still a pathway for Omar to be denaturalized, which Homan described as a “very serious process” while discussing the investigation into the congresswoman.”The question is: Do they have it factually, and is it the right thing to do?” Wildes said.”The question is whether or not inadvertences were made not purposefully and whether or not it’s over the top to then denaturalize somebody,” he said. “We’re talking about taking away a benefit and then banishing them from the United States.”FORMER USCIS OFFICIAL, ACCOMPLICE CHARGED IN ALLEGED $960K CITIZENSHIP BRIBERY SCHEMEFor Omar to be denaturalized, the process would have to be related to allegations that she falsified information when obtaining her own citizenship in 2000. Omar claims she was granted automatic citizenship because she was a minor when her father was naturalized.Congressional records state Omar became a citizen at age 17, but speculation that she was older at the time of her naturalization began after former Minnesota congressional candidate AJ Kern accused Omar’s birth year of being revised on the Minnesota Legislative Reference Library website.This caused allegations to circulate on social media that she was not a minor at the time, which if ever proven true, could lead to her denaturalization. Even if her father lied in his citizenship paperwork, this could also potentially lead to Omar being stripped of her citizenship.Wildes also explained that the government makes a “case-by-case” decision when it comes to pursuing denaturalization cases. He also pointed out the relevancy of an intentional lie as opposed to a mistake.”If the government were to prosecute for document fraud, we would also want to know whether or not she was represented by counsel, and if there were simple mistakes on her application or inadvertences that may be deemed to be fraudulent,” Wildes said.”Whether or not [these] things are truthful, hypothesized, or can be backed up in fact, will play heavily in that prosecution.”Homan didn’t answer whether the federal government has evidence that Omar committed either marriage or immigration fraud, while also declining to go into detail into what particularly DHS is investigating Omar for.Omar told Fox News Digital just last week that she has not been contacted by DHS or made aware of any ongoing investigation into her marriage or immigration status, saying she isn’t worried about it because “the right wing always had this s — going.”‘SQUAD’ DEM DISMISSES FRAUD PROBE SPECULATION AFTER $29M NET-WORTH DROPBut Wildes said her being unaware that she is being investigated is not unusual and doesn’t invalidate Homan’s confirmation of a “criminal” investigation against her.”The Congresswoman’s not being aware doesn’t change anything,” Wildes said. “There is no obligation for the government to show their hand and they’re going to want to make sure that they have a good prosecution and they don’t give anything up in the interim because of the politics that this presents as well.””I haven’t seen anything that I think is worthy of a prosecution,” Wildes said. “This is a member of Congress. It may not be your politics, but we have to also make sure that we engage in prosecutions properly and not frivolously. “Neither Omar nor DHS responded to Fox News Digital’s requests for comment.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been back in the UK for a month, and senior members of the royal family still don’t know what their agenda is.On Sept. 16, People reported that a palace source said, “The royal family still don’t know what their motives are,” just weeks after Harry and Markle officially moved overseas.Royal commentators told Fox News Digital they are divided over Harry and Meghan’s return to the U.K., with some accusing the palace of undermining the couple while others said the intervention was necessary to reaffirm that they remain private citizens and will not resume a “half-in, half-out” royal role.A little over a week after Harry and Markle made their plans to relocate back to the U.K. public, King Charles issued a letter via the Lord Chamberlain, Lord Benyon, stating that they would be classified as non-working royals.MEGHAN MARKLE’S UK RETURN POSES PALACE CONTROL ‘NIGHTMARE,’ EXPERT WARNSRoyal broadcaster Ian Pelham Turner told Fox News Digital that the palace is undermining Harry and Meghan’s return while preventing them from creating royal-style events.”Harry and Meghan simply want to be left in peace, allowing themselves privacy to protect their children and to cover some charity activities. The Palace, I feel, are being driven by officials and maybe William to constantly undermine this return. Officially they are making sure Harry and Meghan are not seen to be creating Royal style events,” he said.According to Turner, the letter on behalf of the king was unnecessary.PRINCE WILLIAM AND KATE MIDDLETON ‘PLAYING IT COOL’ AS PRINCE HARRY AND MEGHAN MARKLE RETURN TO THE UK: EXPERT”In my mind, the act of clarification was not necessary, creating humiliation for the couple and a cowardly act by those behind the letter,” he began. “William may see the return as a distraction from his popularity and, as it seems already Harry has received some favorable accolades from people he is meeting at events — this could be an annoyance to William’s ego.”Hilary Fordwich, British royal expert, told Fox News Digital that the letter on behalf of the king was just clarification on what they already agreed upon when Harry and Markle stepped away as senior royals in 2020.”Harry and Meghan claim to want a private family life in Britain with access to Harry’s roots, while they repeatedly invade their own privacy. They are retaining their independent charitable and commercial careers while also posturing themselves as working royals which is directly thwarting the Sandringham agreement to refrain from monetizing their titles. The Palace’s public intervention demonstrates the concerns surrounding their posturing with official royal type activities.”LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS”The public clarification from King Charles III was another line in the sand, restating what was already agreed regarding the Sussexes departure for the US in 2020,” Fordwich said.”The Lord Chamberlain’s letter not only stated that the Sussexes were actually not undertaking royal engagements, it reiterated no change in their status, clarified that they are no longer working royals and that their HRH styles remain in abeyance,’ Fordwich noted.Adding: “The unusually explicit institutional language clearly indicated the degree of royal frustration regarding the Sussexes.  It certainly didn’t state anything regarding the couple leaving Britain. It was more of an attempt to mitigate the ambiguity and blurred roles the couple keep creating, which is reputationally damaging to the royal brand, particularly due to the commercial aspects, as monetizing the monarchy is so distasteful.”Richard Fitzwilliams, royal commentator, touched on the “half-in, half-out” royal role that Harry and Markle allegedly want now that they’re back in the UK.”My feeling is that Harry and Meghan will not get the opportunity to become a half in, half out, which is what basically they’ve wanted, not officially,” Fitzwilliams began.He continued, “They won’t be working members of the royal family. Harry is, of course, fifth in line the throne still. And there’s no question that I think they would like the option. After all, they have come to the United Kingdom in August without any warning by three days to the king. That is absolutely extraordinary. We still don’t know the main reason they are here, and their children have been taken to another school.”Fordwich also discussed the “half-in, half-out” mentality.”This certainly further strains H’s relationship with Prince William since he is deliberately disregarding the explicit wishes of their much loved grandmother Queen Elizabeth II who was adamant there could be no ‘half-in-half-out’ scenario,” she said.GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HEREFordwich continued, “Most wisely, Prince William is remaining dedicated to duty and his disciplined approach to the monarchy centered on the King, the Wales family, and a limited number of working royals is appreciated by the public as reflected in YouGov polling. His continuing to avoid all the Sussex ‘drama,’ will no doubt serve him most well.”WATCH: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle unlikely to get ‘half in, half out’ royal role: expertEarlier this month, a source close to Harry and Markle told People magazine that they are “public figures.””Members of the public know who they are. The idea that they can live a normal, ‘private’ life is sadly not realistic,” the source said at the time, while also raising concerns over their security.Fitzwilliams touched on the security issue with Fox News Digital and weighed different scenarios where it would be difficult to grant Harry and Markle “VIP automatic security.”PUT YOUR ENTERTAINMENT KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND SEE HOW YOU SCORE”But what would it mean if the security, for example, which is being looked at again, as Harry has requested, if they get VIP automatic security, and it certainly seems likely there’s going to be some compromise. Would that, for example, involve looking after Meghan in the United States? I mean, I would think it unlikely, but of course the point is not for the popularity rating. I think people don’t want it. It’s a question of the nature of the threat. And if they did get it, then the feeling is perhaps they should do a certain amount to justify it,” he said.”Could they hope to get through to do royal duties or some royal duties of some sort in that way? Harry, after all, is thoroughly likable and they regard themselves as public figures, and they would’ve liked an opportunity to clarify what was in the letter that the king said round,” Fitzwilliams continued. “We know Prince William is adamantly opposed to them doing anything, and indeed there’s a deep, deep rift there. He believes he’s been betrayed. And when you look at the situation since Megxit, you can see why they’re mistrusted. But there’s questions to whether or not in some form they will be performing some type of royal activity somewhere, probably Britain, even despite opinion polls, which are low. [It] won’t go away for quite a long time.”

Democratic Senate candidates Sherrod Brown and James Talarico reportedly headlined a star-studded New York City fundraiser hosted by celebrity jewelry designer Alexis Bittar, whose recent public comments describe the United States as a “sh–-hole” and characterizing the American flag as “a symbol of aggression.”The fundraiser, held Monday evening in Manhattan, featured contribution levels ranging from $500 to $27,000 and also listed actor Robert De Niro among the high-powered hosts, according to an invitation cited by the Washington Free Beacon.Bittar’s recent record includes a July interview during which he discussed his concerns about the country’s future, while promoting a documentary centered on “reclaim[ing]” the American flag. During the interview, Bittar questioned what Americans were doing to create “the country we want to live in” before adding: “I have three kids, and they’re little, and they’re growing up in this sh–hole. So if we don’t do something now, we’re fu–ed.”FIRST ON FOX: JAMES TALARICO SLAMMED FOR CALLING AMERICAN FLAG ‘COMPLICATED SYMBOL’ AHEAD OF INDEPENDENCE DAYThe Free Beacon highlighted separate remarks Bittar made about the American flag while discussing the documentary, saying in an interview with Forbes in July 2025 that the American flag had become “a symbol of aggression” during President Donald Trump’s political rise. “Thinking about the new administration and what actions I can take to combat their policies. It seemed folks were in shock and experiencing malaise. But I homed in how the flag was co-opted by the right and how did the left let that happen?” he said in the interview. “It’s become such a symbol of aggression, the American flag, like ‘we’re coming for you’ during Trump’s era.”Bittar has been active in progressive Democratic politics. Gothamist previously reported that he was among the donors who gave the maximum amount to support New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s transition and served on the mayor’s Arts & Culture transition committee. He has also been unafraid of the “socialist” label, the Free Beacon reported. “Hey people … it’s voting time!!! Bringing in all the Democrat Socialists!! Let’s change America…!” he said while urging people to go out and vote for various candidates in New York several weeks ago on Instagram.According to the Washington Free Beacon, Bittar also recently hosted a fundraiser for Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, while in an August Instagram video with the US Senate candidate from Michigan Bittar declared that “the traditional Democrats have one foot in the grave” and that “the revolution has begun.”TIM SCOTT GOES SCORCHED EARTH ON EL-SAYED: ‘HE’S FOR HAMAS, BUT HE’S AGAINST AMERICA’Bittar’s jewelry has been worn by celebrities including Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga and Rihanna, and he has built a high-profile fashion brand while also becoming increasingly active in progressive Democratic politics.One of Bittar’s past marketing campaigns featured a fictional female serial killer. While speaking with V Magazine about the campaign in December 2025, Bittar said he had “always [been] intrigued by people who kill” and said the project was intended to “raise the bar” for marketing.”I am always intrigued by people who kill and I love to trace their own personal history and the trajectories that led them to become killers,” Bittar said. “Meet Amanda Gates … she is the most unlikely new fashion Icon.”A spokesperson for Talarico’s campaign declined to comment about the fundraiser, while neither Brown nor Bittar returned Fox News Digital’s requests for comment.

Eight Marines Were Injured By Iranian Anti-Ship Cruise Missile Attack 2 Weeks Ago

Several days ago The Washington Post reported that the Pentagon quietly added dozens to its tally of American servicemembers wounded amid the Iran war.

Since March and hearkening back to the opening weeks of Operation Epic Fury, there’s been an alleged constant Trump administration effort to conceal or at least downplay damage and casualties from Iranian retaliation strikes on US bases in the region.

War Secretary Pete Hegseth and top generals especially in the opening months tried to present the American public with a much rosier than the ground reality picture of how things are going in the new Middle East war.

via Associated PressThe Washington Post’s Sept. 25 article noted in the wake of recent flare-ups in fighting from weeks ago: “The Pentagon’s public tally of troops wounded during the Iran war was quietly increased by 37 this week without explanation from the Defense Department.”

“The increase includes 29 Navy sailors and eight Marines, according to a review of the Pentagon’s public database of personnel killed and wounded during U.S. conflicts and other military operations overseas,” the report continued, referring to the official Defense Casualty Analysis System, or DCAS.

This set off an avalanche of speculation over the weekend, also as regional watchers considered whether prior attacks on US bases in Jordan resulted in more casualties than what’s ever been publicly disclosed.

A Sunday NBC News report may have offered the answers needed. It cites officials who describe that eight US Marines were injured when an Iranian anti-ship cruise missile struck a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz that they were operating on earlier this month.

The group of Marines are said to include seven enlisted troops and one officer – and reportedly suffered injuries which range from traumatic brain injuries to smoke inhalation:

Eight U.S. Marines were injured two weeks ago when an Iranian cruise missile attacked the ship they were operating on in the Strait of Hormuz, according to three U.S. officials. The Marines were not seriously injured, but they sustained smoke inhalation and possibly traumatic brain injuries, as they had symptoms of concussions, such as headaches, the officials said.

Further interesting is that NBC’s sources made clear that when the attack happened, the Marines were not aboard a US Navy ship, which suggests they may have been operating incognito on an unmarked vessel, or else were possibly directly on a tanker being provided protection by the US Navy. Officials didn’t specify the type of ship they were on, but only called it a “maritime vessel”.

Unless they’re riding around in the tugboats, this seems like confirmation that US marines are on these tankers that are being escorted through the Strait of Hormuz. https://t.co/70PbaUneDe
— barry with the NED (@bonzerbarry) September 28, 2026
And Joe Kent, Trump’s former Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, says something similar…

If this report is true, it means we are using U.S. troops to escort oil tankers through the SOH, where oil had been flowing freely before we started this disastrous war of choice at the behest of the Israelis.
This a reckless and frivolous gamble with American lives, which we…
— Joe Kent (@joekent16jan19) September 28, 2026
Military.com in a fresh follow-up report has added more context as follows:

Eighteen service members have now died and over 800 Americans have been wounded in the conflict, according to the Pentagon’s own data. Last week, Army officials told Military.com that Capt. Bianca C. Wilkerson, 37, of Norfolk, Va., died on Sept. 18 as a result of “a non-combat related incident.” She was posthumously promoted to major.

NBC News reported that the Marines were not on a Navy ship, and that all returned to duty soon after the attacks. They were reportedly operating as part of a battalion landing team.

The attack is said to have occurred on Sept. 14 – and the new casualties were added to the Pentagon’s Defense Casualty Analysis System almost ten days later. This is likely going to fuel more accusations of a broader US casualty cover-up amid the standoff with Iran.

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Tue, 09/29/2026 – 05:45