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American Soldiers Rescue 10 Abandoned Dogs in Gaza

3/15/2026

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Soldiers Rescue Dogs

During a Gaza ceasefire with Israel, American soldiers rescued 10 abandoned dogs.
Marine Corps Sniper Brandon Zielinski, along with SPCA International's Lori Kalef, coordinated the operation.
The dogs were in poor health, malnourished and infested with parasites.
After medical care from Let Animals Live in Israel, the dogs were flown to the United States.
The operation underscored the soldiers' commitment to animal welfare amid chaotic conditions.

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Soldiers Save Puppies

US soldiers in the Middle East rescued two Canaan-mix puppies from an oil pit in December.
Sgt. Lee, who helped, hopes to adopt one puppy, Akila, for a better life in America.
Paws of War is relocating the puppies to the United States, facing challenges from ongoing conflicts and canceled flights.
Each rescue costs up to $10,000, and the organization aims to save 30 animals.

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Soldiers Rescue Dogs

During a Gaza ceasefire with Israel, American soldiers rescued 10 abandoned dogs.
Marine Corps Sniper Brandon Zielinski, along with SPCA International's Lori Kalef, coordinated the operation.
The dogs were in poor health, malnourished and infested with parasites.
After medical care from Let Animals Live in Israel, the dogs were flown to the United States.
The operation underscored the soldiers' commitment to animal welfare amid chaotic conditions.

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