They were reportedly part of Operation Hawkeye strike and were carried out in response to the deadly ISIS attack on US troops in Syria on December 13, 2025. Then two military personnel and one translator from the United States were killed.
US President Donald Trump ordered strikes against ISIS targets.
According to the command, the strikes were carried out to combat terrorism and protect American and allied forces in the region.
“Our message remains strong: if you harm our fighters, we will find you and destroy you anywhere in the world, no matter how you try to evade retribution,” Centcom said.
According to CBS News, the United States and its partners used more than 90 precision-guided munitions on more than 35 targets during the operation, with the participation of more than 20 aircraft.
