Summary
The U.S. military carried out strikes on over 70 ISIS targets in Syria after an attack on American troops. This operation, involving jets and helicopters, was in retaliation for the deaths of U.S. service members and aimed to weaken ISIS presence in the region. The interim Syrian government supported the U.S. actions, signaling cooperation between the two countries.
Key Facts
- The U.S. released video of strikes targeting ISIS in Syria.
- The strikes were in response to an attack on U.S. troops on December 13, which resulted in three American deaths.
- The operation, called Operation Hawkeye Strike, involved U.S. jets, helicopters, and rocket systems.
- Jordanian fighter jets supported the U.S. operation.
- Strikes targeted areas in the Badia desert, including Homs, Deir Az Zor, and Raqqa.
- At least five ISIS members were reported killed in Deir Az Zor.
- The U.S. has approximately 1,000 soldiers in Syria, and the interim Syrian government is cooperating with the U.S. to combat ISIS.
