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Two Years After Deadly Bombing at Kabul Airport, Grieving Families Demand Answers While Honoring Fallen Servicemembers

  • Thirteen U.S. service members were killed in a suicide bombing by ISIS-K at Abbey Gate during the withdrawal from Afghanistan on August 26, 2021.
  • Families continue to grieve and express frustration over lack of accountability from the Biden administration.
  • Lawmakers have ordered flags flown at half-staff and shared honors for the Marines, Soldiers, and Sailor killed.
  • The chaotic withdrawal and oversight failures have prompted criticism and calls for investigation from Republicans.
  • President Biden acknowledged the solemn anniversary and loss of life in a statement honoring the sacrifice.
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