The United States conducted large-scale strikes on ISIS targets across Syria on Saturday (January 10). The operation, known as Operation Hawkeye Strike, was ordered by President Donald Trump on December 19 in response to an ISIS ambush near Palmyra on December 13, which resulted in the deaths of two U.S. soldiers and a U.S. civilian interpreter.
According to U.S. Central Command, the strikes began at approximately 12:30 p.m. ET and involved more than 20 aircraft, which launched over 90 precision munitions. The operation targeted over 35 ISIS locations in an effort to dismantle the group’s infrastructure and prevent future attacks. The operation was a direct response to the deadly ambush, with U.S. officials emphasizing their commitment to eliminating threats to American and allied forces.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth reinforced this message on social media, stating, “We will never forget, and never relent.” The strikes are part of a broader U.S. strategy to combat ISIS and ensure the safety of American and partner forces in the region. NBC News reported that President Trump had previously vowed retaliation, describing the ambush as an ISIS attack against the U.S.
The operation marks a significant escalation in U.S. military actions in Syria, with officials indicating that the strikes could continue for several weeks. The Pentagon has clarified that the operation is not the beginning of a war, but rather a declaration of vengeance against ISIS for their attacks on U.S. personnel.
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