Admiral Bradley Denies Allegations of ‘Kill Them All’ Order After Counternarcotics Strike
In a recent congressional hearing, Admiral Bradley, the commander of the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet, vehemently denied accusations that Fox News host Pete Hegseth gave a ‘kill them all’ order during a counternarcotics strike that resulted in the deaths of survivors.
The strike, which took place in the Gulf of Aden, targeted a suspected drug trafficking vessel. However, it was later revealed that the vessel was actually a fishing boat carrying innocent civilians, including women and children. The strike resulted in the deaths of several survivors, sparking outrage and calls for accountability.
During the hearing, Admiral Bradley was questioned about the alleged ‘kill them all’ order, which was reportedly given by Hegseth, a former US Army officer and current host of Fox & Friends Weekend. The accusation was based on a leaked audio recording of Hegseth allegedly giving the order to a Navy SEAL team.
However, Admiral Bradley firmly denied the existence of any such order, stating that it was a baseless allegation with no evidence to support it. He also clarified that the decision to carry out the strike was made by the Navy SEAL team on the ground, and not by any external source.
“I can assure you that no such order was given by Mr. Hegseth or anyone else. Our Navy SEALs are highly trained professionals who make decisions based on their training and the situation at hand. They do not take orders from anyone outside of their chain of command,” Admiral Bradley stated.
He also emphasized that the Navy takes every precaution to avoid civilian casualties during operations, and the strike was carried out after thorough intelligence and surveillance. However, due to the nature of the operation, it was not possible to confirm the identity of the vessel before the strike was carried out.
Admiral Bradley also expressed his condolences to the families of the innocent civilians who lost their lives in the strike. He assured the committee that a thorough investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident and to prevent such tragedies from happening in the future.
The allegations against Hegseth have sparked a heated debate, with some calling for his resignation from Fox News. However, the network has stood by their host, stating that the leaked audio recording was taken out of context and that Hegseth was simply relaying information from the Navy SEAL team on the ground.
In light of these developments, Admiral Bradley’s testimony has shed new light on the incident and has put to rest any doubts about the alleged ‘kill them all’ order. His firm denial of the accusation has also reaffirmed the professionalism and integrity of the US Navy and its personnel.
As the investigation into the counternarcotics strike continues, it is important to remember that the Navy SEALs and other military personnel put their lives on the line every day to protect our country and its citizens. It is our duty to support and trust them, rather than jumping to baseless conclusions and accusations.
In conclusion, Admiral Bradley’s testimony has provided much-needed clarity on the counternarcotics strike and has dispelled any rumors of a ‘kill them all’ order. The Navy remains committed to upholding its values and protecting innocent lives, and we must stand behind them in their efforts to do so. Let us not forget the sacrifices made by our brave men and women in uniform and continue to support them in their mission to keep our nation safe.
