In a bold move straight out of an action movie, Iraqi security forces have taken down the Islamic State's top commander in Iraq! 🇮🇶💥
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced on Tuesday that Jasim al-Mazrouei, also known as Abu Abdul-Qader, was killed along with eight other senior IS leaders. The operation targeted their hideouts in the rugged Hamrin mountain range in northern Iraq. 🏔️
\"There's no place for terrorists in Iraq! We will hunt them down until our land is free of their evil deeds,\" al-Sudani declared on the platform X (formerly Twitter). 🗣️✨
The Counter-Terrorism and National Security Services, acting on months of intelligence and surveillance, struck at dawn, catching the terrorists off guard. They not only eliminated the threats but also seized a stash of weapons, ammo, and destroyed eight of their secret hideouts, including a workshop where explosive devices were made. 🕵️♂️🔎💣
This operation is a significant victory for Iraq, which has been battling IS remnants since their defeat in 2017. While the security situation has improved, these extremist groups have been lurking in deserts and mountains, attempting guerrilla attacks. But with moves like this, Iraq is sending a clear message: Not on our watch! 🚫👀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
