United States forces have launched a large-scale air offensive against the infrastructure and weapons positions of the terrorist group ISIS in Syria.
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The action, named Operation Hawkeye Strike, was triggered after the attack against U.S. and partner forces that occurred on December 13.
According to the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), the operation began at 4:00 p.m. (U.S. Eastern Time) on December 19, by direct order of the Commander in Chief. The strikes hit more than 70 targets across multiple locations in central Syria.
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The offensive employed fighter jets, attack helicopters, and artillery, as well as the release of more than 100 precision-guided munitions against known ISIS facilities, including weapons depots and logistical structures. The operation also received support from the Royal Jordanian Air Force, which participated with combat aircraft.
According to CENTCOM, the objective of the action is to reduce the terrorist group’s operational capacity and prevent ISIS from continuing to plan or inspire attacks against U.S. interests and allies.
“This operation is critical to prevent ISIS from inspiring plots and terrorist attacks against the territory of the United States,” said Admiral Brad Cooper, commander of CENTCOM. “We will continue to relentlessly pursue terrorists who seek to harm Americans and our partners in the region.”
Following the December 13 attack against U.S. troops and allied Syrian forces, U.S. and partner forces have already carried out ten additional operations in Syria and Iraq, resulting in the death or detention of 23 terrorist operatives. Over the past six months, this joint effort totals more than 80 operations aimed at neutralizing direct threats to regional security and the territory of the United States.
In a statement released on social media, CENTCOM summarized the night’s action as a coordinated strike between U.S. and Jordanian forces against more than 70 ISIS targets, reinforcing the deterrence message: “peace through strength.”
Source and images: U.S. Central Command, X @CENTCOM. This content was created with the assistance of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
