On Monday, President Trump paid tribute to U.S. service members at Arlington National Cemetery in a Memorial Day ceremony, remembering in particular the 13 lives lost in connection with the conflict involving Iran.
During the solemn wreath-laying event, Trump reflected on the sacrifices made in “Operation Epic Fury,” where 13 brave individuals perished. “These extraordinary men and women gave their lives to ensure the world’s leading state sponsor of terror would never possess a nuclear weapon. And let me tell you, they won’t. They will never have a nuclear weapon,” he declared.
Among those present was the family of Captain Ariana G. Savino, who tragically died in a refueling aircraft accident in Iraq. President Trump invited them to stand and receive recognition from the gathered crowd.
“Ariana’s selfless contribution will not be forgotten,” Trump assured them. “Our gratitude to you is eternal, and this will always lead us to victory. We are achieving victories everywhere, more than we have in many decades,” he added.
