Trump responds to deaths of Americans in Syria

The Department of War confirmed that two members of the military and one civilian translator were killed. The identities of the victims have not been made public as of press time.

Published: December 13, 2025 2:07pm

President Donald Trump on Saturday vowed retaliation after three American personnel were killed in an attack in Syria, with three others sustaining injuries.

"We mourn the loss of three Great American Patriots in Syria, two soldiers, and one Civilian Interpreter. Likewise, we pray for the three injured soldiers who, it has just been confirmed, are doing well," he posted on Truth Social. "This was an ISIS attack against the U.S., and Syria, in a very dangerous part of Syria, that is not fully controlled by them. The President of Syria, Ahmed al-Sharaa, is extremely angry and disturbed by this attack. There will be very serious retaliation. Thank you for your attention to this matter!"

The Department of War confirmed that two members of the military and one civilian translator were killed. The identities of the victims have not been made public as of press time.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent at Just the News. Follow him on X.

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