Washington: US Central Command (CENTCOM) forces, supported by partner troops, carried out extensive strikes on ISIS sites across Syria on Sunday. The action began at around 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
The strikes form part of Operation Hawkeye Strike, announced on December 19, 2025, and ordered by President Trump following the December 13 attack in Palmyra. That ISIS ambush killed two American soldiers and a US civilian interpreter during joint operations involving US and Syrian personnel.
CENTCOM officials said Sunday’s missions hit ISIS elements spread across Syria. The operation aims to halt further attacks, protect U.S. and partner forces on the ground, and eliminate threats linked to the Islamic State.
The US has stated it will continue pursuing ISIS fighters responsible for assaults against American troops and allied units, and intends to maintain pressure until the threat is neutralised.
CENTCOM said in a post on X: “Our message remains strong: if you harm our warfighters, we will find you and kill you anywhere in the world, no matter how hard you try to evade justice.”
