The Pentagon has updated its official casualty database and reported higher numbers of US service members killed and wounded during the conflict with Iran. The latest figures came after a weekend update to the Defense Casualty Analysis System. The changes also introduced a new reporting category for military personnel involved in overseas operations. The updated database shows that more than 140 additional service members were added to the list of those wounded in action. It also created a category called Overseas Operations for personnel killed or injured starting on July 7. The earlier phase of the conflict, known as Operation Epic Fury, now lists 14 US service members killed and more than 400 wounded in action. These updated numbers replace earlier reports that had become the subject of public debate. The casualty totals have drawn attention because the Pentagon had recently lowered its reported figures. Earlier records showed 18 deaths and 482 wounded. Those numbers were later reduced, leading to questions about how the military was counting casualties from the conflict. The latest update follows the return of military operations after a ceasefire between the United States and Iran ended. Airstrikes resumed on July 6, marking a new stage in the conflict. Since then, officials have debated whether casualties from the renewed fighting should be counted as part of Operation Epic Fury or reported under a separate category. The Trump administration has argued that the renewed military campaign should be treated as a different operation. This position affects how casualty numbers are reported and how the conflict is viewed under US law. The issue is linked to the War Powers Act of 1973. The law requires a president to end military operations within 60 days unless Congress approves an extension. The administration has said that the ceasefire reached in April paused the timeline for the conflict beginning on May 1. Based on that interpretation, military actions after early July are being counted separately. This reporting change became more visible after the Pentagon released its online list of service members killed in the conflict. The list did not include four soldiers who died during the renewed fighting over the weekend. However, those four service members were named in a separate Pentagon statement that announced the return of their remains to the United States. The difference between the two official records led to more questions about how casualty data is being organized. When both reporting categories are combined, the Pentagon's latest figures show that 18 US service members have died since the conflict began on February 28. The total number of wounded has reached 624. The updated figures provide a broader picture of the human cost of the conflict. They also show how reporting methods can affect public understanding of military operations. Members of Congress from both major political parties have questioned the administration's interpretation of the War Powers Act. Some lawmakers believe the conflict should be treated as one continuous military campaign instead of separate operations. Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky publicly criticized the approach after the new figures were released. In a post on social media, he argued that the Pentagon was treating the conflict as two separate wars divided by a short ceasefire. Massie also claimed that continuing military operations beyond the legal time limit without congressional approval raises constitutional concerns. He said Congress should play a larger role in authorizing extended military action. The debate over casualty reporting is expected to continue as military operations move forward. Lawmakers, military experts, and legal analysts are closely watching how the administration applies the War Powers Act and how future casualty figures are reported. The updated database reflects the Pentagon's current official records. At the same time, the reporting changes have increased discussion about transparency, legal oversight, and the long-term management of military operations involving the United States.