Coalition Strikes ISIS in Iraq and Syria

The US Central Command confirmed on Monday that a recent coalition operation against ISIS in Iraq and Syria resulted in the death of one non-US soldier and injuries to two others. The operation, conducted between December 30, 2024, and January 6, 2025, involved multiple strikes against known ISIS locations in the Hamrin mountains of Iraq.

According to Central Command, the strikes were aimed at disrupting and degrading ISIS' ability to plan and conduct attacks against civilians, US citizens, and allies in the region. The US-led coalition utilized A-10, F-16, and F-15 aircraft to conduct airstrikes against ISIS fighters who had engaged coalition forces on several occasions.

Central Command reported that A-10s successfully eliminated ISIS fighters located in a cave while supporting coalition ground forces in the region. The operation also enabled Syrian Democratic Forces to conduct a "D-ISIS operation" near Dayr az-Zawr, Syria, resulting in the capture of a leader of an ISIS attack cell.

General Michael Erik Kurilla, commander of US Central Command, emphasized the importance of partnered operations in maintaining pressure on ISIS and preventing the terrorist group from taking advantage of the changing security environment in the region. "The enduring defeat of ISIS is a global effort that relies on our coalition, allies, and partners," Kurilla said. “U.S. Central Command remains committed to aggressively pursuing these terrorists that threaten the region, our allies, and our citizens.”