Operation Red Wings

Operation Red Wings was a United States military mission in June 2005 aimed at capturing or killing a high-ranking Taliban leader in Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush mountains. The operation involved Navy SEALs who faced intense resistance from Taliban fighters. Tragically, the mission resulted in the loss of 19 American soldiers and highlighted the dangers of unconventional warfare. The operation gained widespread attention through the book and film "Lone Survivor," which recount the story of one SEAL’s survival and the heroism of his team. It underscores the complexities and brutal realities of counterinsurgency and special operations in hostile environments.