Muath Al-Kasasbeh

Jordanian pilot and military officer

Muath Al-Kasasbeh - Jordanian pilot and military officer
Born

May 29th, 1988
36 years ago

Died

2015
10 years ago — 27 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Jordan

Links & References

Born in 1988, served as a pilot in the Royal Jordanian Air Force. Voiced commitment to military duty and national defense. Captured by ISIS in December 2014 during an anti-ISIS mission over Syria. Tragically killed in early 2015, prompting international outrage and condemnation. His sacrifice intensified discussions on global counter-terrorism efforts and highlighted the perilous conditions faced by servicemen.

Served as a pilot for the Royal Jordanian Air Force

Captured and killed by ISIS in 2015

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