Kuwait city: A member of the US National Guard died during a medical emergency in Kuwait on March 6, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said Sunday, marking the eighth US military death since the Iran war began.

According to Anadolu Agency, in a statement posted on the US social media company X's platform, CENTCOM announced that the guardsman died in a 'health-related incident.' The statement noted, "The exact cause of death is under review," indicating that investigations are ongoing to determine the specifics of the health emergency.

CENTCOM has directed further inquiries to the US National Guard Bureau, which is expected to provide additional information as it becomes available. However, no further details about the guardsman's identity or the specific circumstances surrounding the incident have been released at this time.