U.S. and Syrian Forces Target ISIS in Joint Operation

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) recently announced a collaborative initiative with the Syrian Ministry of Interior aimed at dismantling over 15 ISIS weapon storage sites in southern Syria.

This operation, which took place from November 24 to November 27, involved multiple airstrikes and ground assaults focused on locating and destroying these weapons depots in Rif Damashk province.

“This joint operation destroyed more than 130 mortars and rockets, various assault rifles, machine guns, anti-tank mines, and materials for making improvised explosive devices. Troops also uncovered and eliminated illegal drugs,” stated a CENTCOM press release.

ISIS has leveraged the instability caused by the Syrian civil war and the aftermath of the Iraq invasion to bolster its power. However, much of its military strength was significantly diminished due to the efforts of a U.S.-led coalition during President Trump’s initial term in office.

Following that, the group made attempts to reorganize and recover some of its capabilities, prompting renewed military responses from the U.S.

“The success of this operation will help maintain the progress made against ISIS, preventing them from launching attacks on the U.S. and elsewhere,” remarked Admiral Brad Cooper, CENTCOM commander.

“We stay alert and are actively chasing ISIS remnants in Syria,” Cooper further noted.

This operation reflects strengthening relations between the United States and the new Syrian regime under President Ahmed al-Shara, who has a past with al-Qaeda.