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U.S. Strikes Iranian-Aligned Militias After Service Members' Deaths

3/19/2026

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U.S. operations in Iraq target Iranian-aligned militia groups after six service members died in a plane crash.
Gen. Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the actions neutralize threats to U.S. forces.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, at Dover Air Force Base, pledged to honor the fallen and defend against Iran.
He urged Americans to pray for the troops and noted the mission's importance for future generations.

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U.S. operations in Iraq target Iranian-aligned militia groups after six service members died in a plane crash.
Gen. Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the actions neutralize threats to U.S. forces.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, at Dover Air Force Base, pledged to honor the fallen and defend against Iran.
He urged Americans to pray for the troops and noted the mission's importance for future generations.