US Launches First Air Strikes Against Isis Targets in Syria
The US and its Arab allies have launched a series of air strikes in Syria targeting Isis positions as a new chapter of American military involvement in the war-torn nation begins.
This is the first time the Obama administration has directly waded into the complicated conflict zone in Syria, which is still under President Bashar al-Assad, against Isis. The US had informed Syria before launching the air strikes, said Damascus
"I can confirm that US military and partner nation forces are undertaking military action against [Isis] terrorists in Syria using a mix of fighter, bomber and Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles," Pentagon spokesperson Rear Admiral John Kirby said in a statement.
"Given that these operations are ongoing, we are not in a position to provide additional details at this time."
America's Arab allies such as Saudi Arabia, Jordan and the UAE are believed to be involved in the Syria operation.
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