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U.S., Iraqi Forces Kill 15 ISIS Operatives, Injure Seven U.S. Soldiers in Western Iraq Raid

Aug 31, 2024, 04:00 AM

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) and Iraqi Security Forces conducted a joint raid in the Anbar Governorate of Western Iraq on August 29, resulting in the deaths of 15 ISIS operatives, including several leaders. The targeted ISIS elements were armed with weapons, grenades, and explosive suicide belts. The operation also resulted in injuries to seven U.S. soldiers, all of which were reported as non-life-threatening. No civilian casualties were reported.