"Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell said eight service members are still listed as severely injured and are "receiving the highest level of medical care." He added that most of the injuries have been minor, and 108 of those wounded have returned to duty."
"Trump has said the offensive was set to last around four weeks but was moving ahead of schedule. He told reporters Monday: "We could call it a tremendous success right now ... or we could go further. And we're going to go further.""
Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell reported that eight service members sustain severe injuries while receiving the highest level of medical care. Most injuries are minor in nature, with 108 wounded personnel already returning to duty. The announcement occurs amid the Trump administration's mixed messaging regarding the war's status and progression. Trump previously stated the offensive would last approximately four weeks but is advancing ahead of schedule. Trump indicated the operation could be considered a tremendous success currently, yet the administration plans to continue operations further.
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