In a decisive move to undermine the Islamic State group’s influence in Syria, American forces conducted air strikes on Monday, successfully eliminating a dozen ISIS fighters, according to a statement from the U.S. military.
The operation was part of an ongoing mission aimed at disrupting and degrading the capabilities of the notorious jihadist organization.
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) revealed through social media that the air strikes targeted key ISIS leaders, operatives, and camps. This strategic initiative is designed to prevent the group from launching external operations and to thwart any attempts to re-establish a foothold in central Syria.
CENTCOM further emphasized the significance of these strikes, which were carried out in areas previously controlled by the Syrian regime and Russia. The intent is to maintain sustained pressure on ISIS at a critical juncture in the volatile region.
The backdrop of these operations is the recent upheaval following the downfall of Bashar al-Assad’s government, which was overthrown by an Islamist-led rebel alliance that seized the capital, Damascus, on December 8. In response to the evolving dynamics on the ground, U.S. forces targeted over 75 locations associated with ISIS, employing a fleet of warplanes, including B-52s, F-15s, and A-10s.
Currently, around 900 U.S. troops remain deployed in Syria, with an additional 2,500 in Iraq, as part of an international coalition formed in 2014 to combat the persistent threats posed by the Islamic State group. The coalition’s ongoing efforts underscore a commitment to thwart the resurgence of this extremist organization in the region.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
