Afghanistan: US soldier dies in a fight against ISIS
The deceased was injured following the detonation of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) while participating in a clean-up operation in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province.
General John W. Nicholson, commander of USFOR-A, confirmed the news.
"On behalf of all of U.S. Forces – Afghanistan, we are heartbroken by this loss and we extend our deepest sympathies to the families and friends of the service member,” he said.
“Despite this tragic event, we remain committed to defeating the terrorists of the Islamic State, Khorasan Province and helping our Afghan partners defend their nation,” the General added.
"The mission was conducted as part of a larger United States-Afghan counter terrorism mission targeting the Islamic State, Khorasan. An investigation is being conducted to determine the exact circumstances of the event,” a USFOR-A statement said.
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