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Trump Honors 13 Killed in Strike on Iran Nuclear Sites
President Trump spoke at Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day about the 13 U.S. service members who died during Operation Epic Fury. He said their deaths prevented Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
May 25, 2:02 PM·1m read2 sources
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U.S. service members killed during Operation Epic Fury. The operation targeted Iranian nuclear facilities. Trump stated the service members gave their lives to ensure Iran, described as the world's number one state sponsor of terror, would never obtain a nuclear weapon.
"In Operation Epic Fury, we lost 13 wonderful souls, wonderful, special people," Trump said. "
CBS News reported that Trump linked the deaths directly to the goal of blocking Iranian nuclear capability. The remarks occurred during the annual Memorial Day observance at the national cemetery. No additional details on the timing or scope of the military action were provided in the statements.
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