On Thursday, August 26, 2021, a deadly attack outside Kabul's airport in Afghanistan claimed the lives of 13 United States service members. The attack was executed by the Islamic State terror group, specifically ISIS-K, which later claimed responsibility for the "martyrdom attack." At least 18 service members were also injured in the attack.
Department of Defense released the names of the fallen service members Saturday, August 28, 2021. The deceased from the Marine Corps include:
Staff Sgt. Darin T. Hoover, 31, from Salt Lake City, Utah Sgt. Johanny Rosario Pichardo, 25, from Lawrence, Massachusetts Sgt.
The fallen service members have been mourned by their families, friends, government officials, and strangers across social media platforms. Tributes and condolences have poured in to honor their sacrifice and service.
Following the attack, there were indications that the United States would carry out additional airstrikes against ISIS-K in response to the attack.