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Trump pays respects to 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by AP via Scripps News Group , KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 22, 2026
· 5 min read
President Donald Trump on Wednesday honored the lives of four U.S. service members who were killed in the Middle East and returned to their families at an air force base in Delaware. The president saluted as four transfer cases were escorted off an airplane during the dignified transfer at Dover ...
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Key takeaway service members who were killed in the Middle East and returned to their families at an air force base in Delaware.
Why this matters in The Waco
The dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base is a somber reminder of the sacrifices made by service members and their families, including those from Texas. Isabella Gonzales, a 19-year-old from Carrollton, Texas, was one of the soldiers killed in Iranian missile and drone attacks in Jordan. Her death brings the conflict closer to home for the Waco community, which has a strong sense of patriotism and support for the military. As the city mourns the loss of Gonzales and other fallen troops, it also acknowledges the bravery and dedication of service members from Texas who have deployed to the Middle East. The Waco area has a long history of contributing to the nation's military efforts, and the community will likely come together to support the families of fallen soldiers, including Gonzales', in the days and weeks ahead.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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