Breaking: A U.S. servicemember was killed in combat in eastern Afghanistan New Year's Day, the Pentagon announced.

Having trouble viewing this email? | View it in your browser   Four other Americans were wounded during the engagement, the U.S. military said Tuesday. The military did not release additional details, but U.S.-backed Afghan forces have been combating the Islamic State in eastern Afghanistan. FOR MORE ON THIS STORY, GO TO:   USATODAY.COM   Help | Advertise | Home Delivery | Privacy Policy - Your California Privacy Rights     © 2017 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. 7950 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, VA 22108