The incident occurred at the moment when the US Secretary of Defense's group was taking photographs at the memorial. According to video footage, the sentry on duty at the site heard conversations and laughter among the members of the delegation. In response, the service member demanded that those present observe silence and show respect to the burial site.
Pentagon Reaction
The situation captured on video has caused public outcry. The US Department of Defense has already commented on the incident, but details of the official response are not specified in the available materials.
