According to the Ho Chi Minh City High Command, after the second burial site was identified, search teams widened the search area based on witness testimonies and on-site survey results.
The latest excavation yielded eight more sets of remains along with one artifact.
As of the end of July 27, a total of 125 sets of fallen soldiers’ remains had been recovered. The figure includes two collective burial sites whose remains have been separated for documentation and analysis, and three that have yet to be separated.
The search and excavation have been carried out in accordance with strict procedures. Every suspected burial location is carefully identified, marked and excavated to preserve the original condition of the remains and associated artifacts.
After recovery, each set of remains is documented, processed and preserved in accordance with professional procedures. Bone and tooth samples that meet technical requirements are retained for DNA testing, information verification and identification of the fallen soldiers.
According to the Ho Chi Minh City High Command, the search area will continue to be expanded in coordination with relevant agencies, witnesses, and other organizations to speed up the recovery of fallen soldiers' remains.
