On Friday, December 19, 2025, U.S. forces kicked off Operation Hawkeye Strike, launching strikes across central Syria 💥.
This massive response targeted dozens of Islamic State (ISIS) sites, from weapons caches to command centers, after a deadly ambush rocked coalition troops in Palmyra last week. On December 13, two American soldiers and a civilian interpreter lost their lives 🚑.
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth wrote on X: "U.S. forces commenced OPERATION HAWKEYE STRIKE in Syria to eliminate ISIS fighters, infrastructure and weapons sites in direct response to the attack on U.S. forces that occurred on December 13 in Palmyra, Syria." 🎯
Experts say this show of force sends a strong message: the U.S. remains determined to dismantle ISIS and curb its resurgence in the Middle East 🌍. For young news enthusiasts and global market watchers, it's a reminder of how quickly regional events can drive international security moves.
As the operation unfolds, stay tuned for updates on ISIS's response and the evolving security situation in central Syria.
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U.S. strikes Islamic State in Syria after deadly attack on troops
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