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In the video, Vance questioned Ashton-Cirillo’s role in the Ukraine war, referring to him as a “Putin puppet.”<\/p>\n
Ashton-Cirillo made clear that the reason for her suspension was due to her comments made to Vance \u2014 who is endorsed by the Tea Party, a right-wing faction of the Republican party \u2014 while in uniform, and in front of the TDF logo.<\/p>\n
But the Ukraine Territorial Defense Forces did not approve of Ashton-Cirillo’s comments.<\/p>\n
“The statements of JSgt Ashton-Cirillo in recent days were not approved by the command of the TDF or the command of the AFU,” they said at the time.<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n “When conducting military operations against the aggressor, the defense forces of Ukraine strictly observe the norms of international humanitarian law. The command of the TDF will conduct an official investigation into the circumstances of these statements,” they continued.<\/p>\n But when Ashton-Cirillo was cleared, the TDF released a statement in her support.<\/p>\n “We have managed to clear Sarah from all allegations and sort out all misunderstandings,” they said in a statement.<\/p>\n “She is an extraordinary example of Americans who stand shoulder to shoulder with Ukrainians in our fight for Independence and Democracy.”<\/p>\n
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