US Attacks Syria: The United States military, under the command of US Central Command (CENTCOM), confirmed two successful airstrikes in Syria that resulted in the deaths of 37 terrorist operatives, including high-ranking leaders from ISIS and Hurras al-Din, an al-Qaida affiliate. These operations are part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist networks that pose threats to the US, its allies, and regional partners.First Strike: Targeting Hurras al-Din leadersOn September 24, CENTCOM conducted a precision airstrike in northwest Syria, eliminating nine terrorists. Among the casualties was Marwan Bassam Abd-al-Rauf, a senior leader of Hurras al-Din. Marwan was instrumental in managing the groups military operations within Syria, and his death marks a significant blow to the organizations capacity to coordinate global attacks. Hurras al-Din is closely tied to al-Qaida and is known for its intent to target Western interests.U.S. Central Command Conducts Targeted Strikes Against Terrorist Groups in Syria pic.twitter.com/u62UyJvkZT— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) September 29, 2024This mission follows a prior successful strike in August, which killed Abu-Abd al-Rahman al Makki, another senior commander of Hurras al-Din. These operations collectively undermine the groups leadership and strategic capabilities.Second Strike: ISIS training camp hitIn a separate operation on September 16, US forces launched a large-scale airstrike on a remote ISIS training facility in central Syria. The strike killed 28 ISIS operatives, including four senior leaders, crippling the groups ability to plan and carry out operations in the region. This targeted attack further hinders ISISs operational reach, particularly in plotting attacks against U.S. forces and its allies.Ongoing commitment to regional stability“These strikes against ISIS and Hurras al-Din leadership highlight CENTCOMs unwavering commitment to the enduring defeat of terrorist organizations in our area of responsibility,” said Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, commander of US Central Command. He emphasized that these efforts are vital to maintaining regional stability and protecting US and allied interests from terrorist threats.These operations are part of a broader initiative by the US and its partners to degrade and disrupt terrorist activities across Syria and the wider Middle East, ensuring that groups like ISIS and al-Qaida cannot launch attacks or spread instability.
