But the bottom line is, is that our combat phase is now over.

WHITEHOUSE: Ending the War, Saluting the Troops

The defeat all but ends Gambia's hopes of reaching the knock-out phase of the tournament as they are bottom on Group D with no points.

BBC: Gambia lose, Burkina draw at U17

Officials estimate phase two of the operation, examining what may be left on the bottom of the pond, is expected to take several more weeks.

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