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Search Continues for Fourth U.S. Soldier After Recovery of Three Bodies in Lithuania

Three U.S. soldiers found dead after recovery of armored vehicle in Lithuania; search ongoing for fourth soldier, with multinational support for operations.

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Authorities have recovered the bodies of three U.S. soldiers from the 3rd Infantry Division who went missing during a training exercise in Lithuania, confirming their deaths after an armored vehicle was extracted from a peat bog. The fourth soldier remains missing, prompting continued search operations involving U.S. and Lithuanian personnel. Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll emphasized the commitment to finding the last soldier, while military leaders express condolences to the families affected by this tragedy. Extensive efforts, including U.S. Navy divers and Polish engineers, played a crucial role in retrieving the submerged vehicle.

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  • Three of the four U.S. soldiers were found deceased in their armored vehicle, with efforts ongoing to locate the fourth soldier, highlighting the risks associated with military training operations.
  • The search and recovery effort involved substantial collaboration between U.S. forces and their Lithuanian counterparts, emphasizing NATO's commitment to collective defense and support.
  • The incident has prompted investigations into the conditions of the training exercise and the safety protocols in place, underlining the importance of learning from such tragic occurrences.

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