As the military campaign against Iran draws into its third day, America is already mourning the loss of three U.S. service members, who were killed Sunday in a retaliatory attack that injured five others.

"As of 9:30 am ET, March 1, three U.S. service members have been killed in action and five are seriously wounded as part of Operation Epic Fury," U.S. Central Command announced on social media. "Several others sustained minor shrapnel injuries and concussions — and are in the process of being returned to duty. Major combat operations continue and our response effort is ongoing."

Several of Alabama's lawmakers expressed their condolences and prayers for the families of the fallen soldiers.

"This morning, a uniformed officer and a military chaplain will knock on the doors of 3 families of members of the United States military to inform them of their loved one's death in service to our country," U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) said on X. "Please join me in praying for these families and for the full recovery of those wounded during Operation Epic Fury."

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) said, "I'm very sorry to hear the news that several U.S. service members have been killed and others wounded by Iranian weapons in the Middle East. My prayers go out to them and their families, and I continue to pray for the safety of all our brave members of the American Armed Forces."

"Praying for the families of the three American service members who were killed and the five that were wounded in Operation Epic Fury," U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) said. "These men and women made the ultimate sacrifice in pursuit of peace and our nation will forever remember their bravery."

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) said, "Wesley and I are praying for the loved ones of these American heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Their bravery and selfless service will always be remembered. We are also praying for the full recovery of our injured servicemembers. May God Bless and protect them."

"Please join me in praying for the families of these brave service members. God bless our troops," U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) said.

U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures (D-Mobile) called for a swift end to the conflict.

"I am saddened to learn of the deaths of three U.S. service members who were killed during the strikes on Iran, and I send my condolences to their families. Their courage and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Too many lives have already been lost in this conflict, and we need to end it. We need to get our troops back home. Please pray for the safety of our military and the innocent civilians in harm's way."

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