Biden remembers 13 Americans killed in Kabul airport attack: ‘They were heroes’

President Biden remembered the 13 American servicemembers who died in the Abbey Gate terror attack in Kabul, Afghanistan, one year ago.

In a statement, Biden called it a “heinous terrorist attack,” though he did not acknowledge the role he and his administration had in the chaotic and botched Afghanistan withdrawal.

“Our nation will forever mourn their sacrifice and honor the memory of those 13 precious souls, stolen from their families, loved ones, brothers- and sisters-in-arms far too soon while performing a noble mission on behalf of our Nation,” Biden said.

“They were heroes, working to save lives as part of the largest airlift evacuation operation in our history,” he continued. “The example of their bravery and selflessness will live forever as a testament to the very best of our American character.”

Biden highlighted military accomplishments achieved since the deadly exit from Afghanistan.

“In the wake of the horrific attack outside Kabul airport, we have redoubled our relentless global campaign against ISIS and other terrorists who threaten Americans. In February, we took out the global head of ISIS in Syria, and last month, in Kabul, we eliminated the leader of al-Qaeda,” Biden said. 

He added, “We now maintain pressure against terrorist threats without keeping thousands of troops in harm’s way on the ground in Afghanistan. And my Administration will continue to hunt down terrorists who seek to harm the United States, wherever they may be.”

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