U.S Pre-Dawn Raid in Syria Targets High-Value Islamic State Member

U.S. forces conducted a pre-dawn raid in northwestern Syria targeting an Islamic State member. The individual, suspected to be a high-value target, was killed during the operation. The raid highlights ongoing efforts to curb Islamic State influence in the region, with air support provided by helicopters and drones.

U.S. forces executed a pre-dawn raid in northwestern Syria, targeting a member of the Islamic State. Both U.S. and Syrian security sources confirmed the operation, which resulted in the target's death as he attempted to flee the scene.

This marks the second known raid in northern Syria by U.S. troops since the overthrow of former President Bashar al-Assad. The new Islamist-led government has vowed to prevent an Islamic State resurgence and is part of an international coalition combatting the group. Although the identity of the target remains uncertain, he was believed to be a significant figure within the Islamic State, suspected to be an Iraqi national married to a French national.

The operation took place at around 2 a.m. in Idlib province, supported by helicopters and drones. Local Syrian forces secured the perimeter, with the U.S. troops conducting the raid. According to a local resident, the armed forces communicated in English and maintained positions on adjacent rooftops, signaling a high level of security during the mission.

(With inputs from agencies.)