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U.S. Airstrike on December 23 in Syria's Dayr az Zawr Kills Two ISIS Operatives, Wounds One, Destroys Truckload of Weapons

Dec 24, 2024, 05:05 AM

On December 23, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces conducted a precision airstrike in Syria's Dayr az Zawr Province, resulting in the deaths of two ISIS operatives and wounding one. The airstrike targeted the militants while they were transporting a truckload of weapons in an area previously controlled by the Syrian government and Russian forces. CENTCOM confirmed that the operation not only eliminated the two terrorists but also destroyed the weapons shipment, marking a continued effort against ISIS in the region.