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The number of enemy combatants was staggering—initial intelligence estimated 15 to 20 insurgents, but after the firefight, it was revealed to be between 200 and 250 fighters. This massive discrepancy underscored the fog of war and the limitations of intelligence gathering in such environments. The enemy was well-prepared, calling in reinforcements via cell phones, which were the only technology they could sustain in the mountains alongside AK-47s and oil lamps.
The team fought against oppressive odds for hours, with their medic, Ron, working tirelessly to save wounded comrades amid relentless gunfire. The terrain, the altitude, and the enemy's tunnel networks made the engagement extraordinarily difficult, yet the team pressed on, determined to complete their mission.