TAMA, Iowa — The Meskwaki Nation Police Department announced the loss of two Iowa Army National Guard soldiers and a civilian interpreter in Syria, including Chief Jeffrey Bunn's son, Nate.

Bunn expressed his sorrow, saying, "Our son Nate was one of the Soldiers that paid the ultimate sacrifice for all of us, to keep us all safer. He loved what he was doing and would be the first in and last out, no one left behind."

Bunn urged the community to pray for soldiers worldwide, emphasizing the harsh realities they face.

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