US Airstrikes in Syria Kill Up to 35 ISIS Operatives

The U.S. military's recent airstrikes in Syria targeted multiple ISIS camps and resulted in the deaths of up to 35 operatives, including several senior leaders. The Pentagon asserted that the operation, which faced no reported civilian casualties, aims to disrupt ISIS's capacity to conduct attacks against civilians and allied forces. These strikes follow recent coordinated operations with Iraqi forces. While acknowledging that ISIS remains a threat in the region, officials noted the group's diminished power compared to a decade ago. Approximately 2,500 U.S. troops are currently stationed in Iraq.