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Two soldiers set up a mortar in the desert while a military vehicle is parked in the distance during an overcast day.

Mortar Prep

Soldiers set up a mortar weapon system during a patrol of the deconfliction zone at Al-Tanf, Syria, Dec. 23, 2024. Coalition forces conduct regular patrols to maintain security and stability in the area.

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