The President of the United States, Donald Trump, and the First Lady, Melania Trump, paid their respects this Saturday to the six American soldiers who died during the Epic Fury Operation.
At the event dignified transfer, at the Dover Air Force Base in Delaware, the remains of Captain Cody Khork, First Class Sergeant Noah Tietjens, First Class Sergeant Nicole Amor, Sergeant Declan Coady, Major Jeffrey O’Brien, and Third Class Chief Petty Officer Robert Marzan, who lost their lives during the attacks on Iran, were received.
According to information released by the White House, the president and the first lady were present during the transfer to pay tribute to the fallen soldiers.
Vice President J.D. Vance, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and Attorney General Pam Bondi also attended, reported The Guardian, as they accompanied the families of the soldiers during the tribute.
"The six fallen warriors represent the best of the United States, giving their all in service to our country. Their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Freedom is never free," posted the White House on X.
During the ceremony, the coffins covered with the American flag were transported by military personnel in a solemn act of respect and recognition.
The authorities described the deceased as “American heroes” who lost their lives during Operation Epic Fury.
The solemn transfer at Dover Air Force Base is a military tradition in the United States aimed at honoring fallen soldiers and showing respect to their families.
The Epic Fury Operation is part of the current military conflict in the Middle East, where U.S. forces have been involved in recent operations against targets deemed hostile by Washington.
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