Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:25am on 31 Aug 2024,Saturday International
US and Iraqi forces conducted a joint operation in western Iraq, targeting Islamic State (IS) leaders. The operation resulted in the deaths of 15 IS militants. US Central Command reported that the operation involved air strikes and an airborne assault, with IS members resisting using weapons, grenades, and explosive belts. No civilian casualties were reported. The Iraqi military stated that the operation targeted IS hideouts in desert and cave areas. The joint operation aimed to disrupt IS operations in the region. Seven US troops were reportedly injured, according to US defense officials.
