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[thxnews]

Austin's Calls Honor Fallen Soldiers' Families

A Solemn Duty Amidst Tragedy

In the wake of a heart-wrenching attack that claimed the lives of three valiant soldiers, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is set to extend a personal gesture of condolence. The Pentagon confirmed that Austin will be reaching out to the bereaved families, honoring the memory of their loved ones lost in a conflict far from home. This act underscores a profound commitment to service members and their families, reflecting a nation's gratitude and sorrow. "I want to just express again our condolences to the family members and loved ones of the three U.S. soldiers who were killed in Jordan this weekend in the Iran proxy drone attack at Tower 22," said Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder.   Honoring the Fallen Heroes The Pentagon recently disclosed the names of the soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice: Sgt. William Jerome Rivers, Kennedy Ladon Sanders, and Breonna Alexsondria Moffett. Their dedication to duty took them to Jordan, where they supported Operation Inherent Resolve against ISIS, showcasing their bravery and commitment to peace. In remembrance, Austin will attend the dignified transfer of remains, a poignant ceremony bringing them home.   The Importance of Support As the Defense Department seeks answers to the tragic event, the gesture of calling the families personally by Austin highlights the enduring bond between the military and its members. It's a reminder that behind every uniform is a family, dreams, and a story of patriotism. These calls and the subsequent dignified transfer ceremony are crucial in acknowledging the sacrifice and service of the fallen soldiers and offering solace to their families. Ryder also said, "When it comes to the situation in Iraq and Syria and Jordan, our troops were attacked, and three U.S. service members were killed and over 40 wounded," Ryder said. "The president and the secretary have both said that we will respond at a time and place of our choosing. ... I'm not going to go into details of what that could look like, other than the fact that there will be consequences."  

A Reflection of Resilience and Compassion

As the nation grapples with the loss, these acts of remembrance and respect from a high-ranking official like Austin serve as a beacon of unity and strength. It's a testament to the unwavering support extended to those who serve and their families, ensuring their sacrifices are never forgotten. The upcoming calls and the dignified transfer are more than protocols; they are symbols of a nation's collective mourning and a solemn promise to remember the valor of its fallen heroes.   Sources: THX News & US Department of Defense. Read the full article

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I'm not saying the ISF used Mini Mokes when reclaiming Mosul but you can't prove they didn't. #justaskingquestions #illustration #sketchagram #mini #hmmwv #mosul #mosulops #operationinherentresolve #mokes #minimoke #tacticool #illustratorsoninstagram

[disembodiedgrl]

Rest In Peace 🇺🇸❤️❤️🇺🇸 #AATW #Airborne #blueskies #Heroes #militarymonday #paratroopers #Iraq #operationinherentresolve

[verschwoerer]

Revolution News

'Murica just loves killing innocent people to prevent innocent people from getting killed. #OperationInherentResolve

[defpost]

Coalition Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing in Northern Syria, Crew Recovered Safely

Coalition helicopter makes emergency landing in northern #Syria, crew recovered safely. #OperationInherentResolve

A coalition military helicopter conducted an emergency landing in Northern Syria at approximately 0930 hours on Sept. 15.

According to Spokesman for Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) Col. Wayne Marotto, emergency personnel responded to the incident safely recovering the crew. He added that there were no injuries in the incident.

The spokesman said that the incident was not the result of hostile…

[theamericanconservative]

On the homepage: Are U.S. operations in the Middle East actually improving conditions there? 📷: Sgt. Paul Sale #OperationInherentResolve #military #MiddleEast #Iraq #Syria (at The Pentagon)

[flybythursdays]

Terrifying Image Shows Heroic Crew Trying To Keep Stricken Osprey

[disembodiedgrl]

🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🏻😢 #iraq #operationinherentresolve Two U.S. service members were killed and five others were injured Sunday while conducting combat operations in northern Iraq, officials with Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve said in a statement. Initial reports indicate the incident was not due to enemy contact, officials said. But no additional information was publicly released Sunday morning. The incident is under investigation. “The entire counter-ISIS Coalition sends our deepest condolences to these heroes’ families, friends and teammates,” said Lt. Gen. Stephen Townsend, commander of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, in a statement. “I hope there is some small solace in knowing their loss has meaning for our country and all the nations of the Coalition as the fallen service members were fighting to defeat a truly evil enemy and to protect our homelands.”