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WASHINGTON, D.C. (BNO NEWS) — A U.S. soldier from Missouri was killed in an insurgent attack in eastern Afghanistan on Friday, the U.S. Department of Defense confirmed on Saturday. Spc. Denis D. Kisseloff, 45, of Saint Charles, died at Forward Operating Base Shank of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit using rocket propelled grenade [...]
KABUL (BNO NEWS) — A NATO helicopter made an emergency landing in northern Afghanistan on Sunday after it came under attack, the NATO-led ISAF alliance said on Monday, confirming a claim by the Taliban.
The incident happened in the country’s Kunduz province on Sunday. “A helicopter did make a precautionary landing in Kunduz after being hit by small arms fire,” said Iain Baxter, a spokesman for ISAF. Baxter said the landing was controlled and no injuries were reported. “The aircraft has since been repaired and flown safely back to its base,” Baxter added.
The Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack in a statement. “There are reports from Kunduz province that another U.S. helicopter [was downed] in the Imam Shahib district of Kunduz province during the day-long fighting with the joint Afghan-coalition troops,” the Taliban said.
According to the Taliban, the helicopter was shot down during a ‘fierce battle’ between its fighters and combined Afghan-U.S.-NATO troops. “The helicopter got shot down and fell on the ground while it was bombing Mujahideen,” the statement said.
The Taliban claimed that a number of foreign and Afghan soldiers were killed and injured in the incident, a claim which NATO denied.
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KABUL (BNO NEWS) — A NATO helicopter made an emergency landing in northern Afghanistan on Sunday after it came under attack, the NATO-led ISAF alliance said on Monday, confirming a claim by the Taliban.
The incident happened in the country’s Kunduz province on Sunday. “A helicopter did make a precautionary landing in Kunduz after being hit by small arms fire,” said Iain Baxter, a spokesman for ISAF. Baxter said the landing was controlled and no injuries were reported. “The aircraft has since been repaired and flown safely back to its base,” Baxter added.
The Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack in a statement. “There are reports from Kunduz province that another U.S. helicopter [was downed] in the Imam Shahib district of Kunduz province during the day-long fighting with the joint Afghan-coalition troops,” the Taliban said.
According to the Taliban, the helicopter was shot down during a ‘fierce battle’ between its fighters and combined Afghan-U.S.-NATO troops. “The helicopter got shot down and fell on the ground while it was bombing Mujahideen,” the statement said.
The Taliban claimed that a number of foreign and Afghan soldier were killed and injured in the incident, a claim which NATO denied.
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ANCHORAGE, ALASKA (BNO NEWS) — A Washington-based soldier from Alaska on Wednesday died of wounds sustained in southern Afghanistan, Alaska Governor Sean Parnell said on Friday.
Sergeant Joel David Clarkson, 23, of Fairbanks, Alaska, was seriously injured when his patrol was hit by small arms fire in Afghanistan’s Helmand Province on March 12. He was transported to Germany for treatment, where he passed away on Wednesday.
“Sandy and I are deeply saddened by the loss of Sgt. Clarkson,” Governor Parnell said in a statement. “He was a brave soldier who sacrificed his life while defending our freedom. We offer our condolences and prayers for his family and friends during this difficult time.”
Karen Williams-Clarkson, Joel’s mother, wrote about what happened on her Facebook page. “Joel is critical but now stable in ICU waiting to be transported to Germany,” Karen wrote on March 14, two days after the shooting. “This is very good news. Thank you for all your prayers and support. It would be impossible to get through this with out you all.”
Karen wrote as the events progressed over the week, and said she was heading for Germany. “The army van will take us to the airport at 5:30 and we will all be on our way to see our boy,” she said on March 15.
Several hours later, Karen provided an update on her son. “Just talked with Germany: Joel is listed serious but stable condition. His blood pressure his low, but maintaining. They haven’t gotten any reflex reposes, as of yet,” she said.
On Wednesday, Karen told her friends on Facebook that her son had passed away. “Joel David Clarkson, October 8, 1986 to March 17,2010,” she wrote. “Loving brother, father, husband, son, and sodier. A life well lived. The world will not be the same without you!”
About half an hour later, Karen added: “My world just ended. I have lost my baby.”
Governor Parnell has ordered state flags to be lowered to half-staff on Tuesday in honor and memory of Sgt. Clarkson. He is survived by his wife, Cassandra; 9-month old son, Orion; and his parents, Karen and Steve Clarkson.
Memorial services will be held on March 27 in Fort Lewis, Washington and on April 5 in Arlington National Cemetery, where he will be laid to rest. Joel’s mother also wrote there will be a small service in Alaska at a later date.
A total of 118 service members have been killed in Afghanistan so far this year, most of whom were from the United States and the United Kingdom. Sgt. Clarkson was the 74th U.S. service member to have been killed in Afghanistan so far this year, according to a BNO News count.
KABUL (BNO NEWS) — Two coalition soldiers were killed in two separate shootings in southern Afghanistan on Friday, NATO officials said. One of the soldiers died during Operation Moshtarak.
One of the two soldiers was an American, said Iain Baxter, a spokesman for the NATO-led ISAF alliance. He said the soldier was killed by small-arms fire in the southern part of the country. His death is not related to Operation Moshtarak, Baxter said.
In a separate incident, another coalition soldier was also killed by small-arms fire, NATO said, although his nationality was not immediately released.
Further details were not immediately available.
LONDON (BNO NEWS) – A possible friendly fire incident is believed to have resulted in the death of Kingsman Sean Dawson of 2nd Batallion The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment (2 LANCS) in Afghanistan, the British Ministry of Defense confirmed on Tuesday.
Kingsman Dawson died from his wounds last Sunday near Musa Qal’eh, District of Helmand Province as a result of small arms fire. Early reports indicated that Dawson was killed during a fire-fight while he was on patrol after dark. Further investigations revealed that his death was possibly caused as a result of friendly fire.
The British Ministry of Defense refused any further comment as the matter is currently under investigation. The family of Kingsman Dawson is aware of this revelation.
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LONDON (BNO NEWS) — Two more British soldiers were killed in southern Afghanistan, the British Ministry of Defence said on Monday.
One soldier from 2nd Battalion, serving as part of the The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment, died from his wounds received as a result of small-arms fire that happened in the Musa Qaleh District of Helmand Province. Britain did not immediately provide more information on the incident, which happened on Sunday evening local time.
“It is my sad duty to have to inform you that a soldier from 2nd Battalion, The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment, was killed by small-arms fire yesterday evening near Patrol Base Minden in the Musa Qualeh District of Helmand Province,” said Lieutenant Colonel David Wakefield, a spokesman for Task Force Helmand. “He was on a patrol after dark and was shot during a fire-fight. He died a soldier, doing his duty and among his fellow soldiers; his sacrifice will not be forgotten.”
Another soldier, from the 36 Engineer Regiment serving as part of the Counter-Improvised Explosive Device Task Force, was killed on Monday afternoon. He died from injuries sustained as a result of an explosion near Patrol Base Ezaray, to the north-east of Sangin District Centre in Helmand Province.
“It is with deep sadness I must confirm that a soldier from 36 Engineer Regiment, serving as part of the Counter-IED Task Force, was killed by an explosion this afternoon,” Lieutenant Colonel David Wakefield said. “He was engaged in IED clearance operations near Patrol Base EZARAY to the north-east of Sangin District Centre in Helmand Province. He was one of that unique breed who go out again and again to confront the dangers of IEDs, determined to save lives. His indomitable courage will not be forgotten.”
Next of kin have been informed and have asked for a 24 hour period of grace before further details are released. Britain said the deaths are not connected to Operation Moshtarak.
The latest casualties brings the total number of British troops killed in Afghanistan this year to 16, according to a BNO News count. In total, 68 coalition troops have died in Afghanistan this year, most of the casualties are from the United States and died during IED strikes.
LONDON (BNO NEWS) — A British soldier was killed in Afghanistan on Sunday, officials said.
The soldier from 2ndBattalion, serving as part of the The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment died from his wounds received as a result of small arms fire that happened in the Musa Qaleh District, of Helmand Province, the British Ministry of Defence said.
Britain did not immediately provide more information on the incident, which happened on Sunday evening local time.
“It is my sad duty to have to inform you that a soldier from 2ndBattalion, The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment was killed by small arms fire yesterday evening near Patrol Base Minden in the Musa Qualeh District of Helmand Province,” said Lieutenant Colonel David Wakefield, a spokesman for Task Force Helmand. “He was on a patrol after dark and was shot during a fire-fight. He died a soldier, doing his duty and among his fellow soldiers; his sacrifice will not be forgotten.”
Next of kin have been informed and have asked for a 24 hour period of grace before further details are released. Britain said the death was not connected to Operation Moshtarak.
The latest casualty brings the total number of British troops killed in Afghanistan this year to 15, according to a BNO News count. In total, 67 coalition troops have died in Afghanistan this year, most of the casualties are from the United States and died during IED strikes.
LONDON (BNO NEWS) — A British soldier was killed in Afghanistan on Sunday, officials said.
The soldier from 2ndBattalion, serving as part of the The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment died from his wounds received as a result of small arms fire that happened in the Musa Qaleh District, of Helmand Province, the British Ministry of Defence said.
Britain did not immediately provide more information on the incident, which happened on Sunday evening local time.
“It is my sad duty to have to inform you that a soldier from 2ndBattalion, The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment was killed by small arms fire yesterday evening near Patrol Base Minden in the Musa Qualeh District of Helmand Province,” said Lieutenant Colonel David Wakefield, a spokesman for Task Force Helmand. “He was on a patrol after dark and was shot during a fire-fight. He died a soldier, doing his duty and among his fellow soldiers; his sacrifice will not be forgotten.”
Next of kin have been informed and have asked for a 24 hour period of grace before further details are released. Britain said the death was not connected to Operation Moshtarak.
The latest casualty brings the total number of British troops killed in Afghanistan this year to 15, according to a BNO News count. In total, 67 coalition troops have died in Afghanistan this year, most of the casualties are from the United States and died during IED strikes.
KABUL (BNO NEWS) — Two more coalition soldiers, including a Briton, were killed in two separate incidents in southern Afghanistan, officials said on Sunday.
The British soldier, from 6 RIFLES serving as part of the 3 RIFLES Battle Group, died from his wounds received as a result of an explosion that happened near Forward Operating Base Inkerman, to the north-east of Sangin in Helmand Province, the British Ministry of Defence said.
Britain did not immediately provide more information on the incident, which happened on Sunday afternoon local time. According to the NATO-led ISAF alliance, the soldier died as a result of an improvised explosive device (IED) strike.
“It is my sad duty to inform you that a British soldier from 6 RIFLES, serving as part of the 3 RIFLES Battle Group, was killed by an explosion earlier today near Sangin,” said Lieutenant Colonel David Wakefield, a spokesman for Task Force Helmand. “He was part of a foot patrol operating near Forward Operating Base Inkerman, to the north-east of Sangin District Centre. His boldness and commitment in the face of danger day on day will not be forgotten.”
Next of kin have been informed and have asked for a 24 hour period of grace before further details are released. Britain said the death was not connected to Operation Moshtarak.
Another coalition soldier died on Saturday, but his death was not announced until Sunday. NATO said the soldier, who died of wounds sustained in small-arms fire in southern Afghanistan, was not taking part in Operation Moshtarak.
It was not immediately clear which nation the second soldier was from. “At this point we cannot confirm the nationality of the soldier,” a NATO spokesman said, saying next-of-kin had not been notified yet.
The latest casualty brings the total number of British troops killed in Afghanistan this year to 14, according to a BNO News count. In total, 66 coalition troops have died in Afghanistan this year, most of the casualties are from the United States and died during IED strikes.
