A U.S. military operation in Iraq on Thursday resulted in the deaths of at least 15 Islamic State fighters, with at least six U.S. soldiers sustaining injuries. None of the injuries were life-threatening, with some soldiers suffering possible traumatic brain injuries and external injuries. The operation took place in Anbar in western Iraq, targeting ISIS leaders who were armed with weapons, grenades, and explosive suicide belts.
The U.S. Central Command conducted the raid in partnership with Iraqi security forces, with the goal of disrupting and degrading ISIS’ ability to plan and execute attacks against Iraqi civilians, U.S. citizens, allies, and partners in the region and beyond. The operation was successful in removing key ISIS figures from leadership positions. There were no reports of civilian casualties during the operation.
Iraqi Security Forces are continuing to gather information from the locations raided in order to further exploit any potential intelligence gathered. The operation highlights the ongoing efforts of the U.S. military and its allies to combat ISIS and ensure the safety and security of citizens in Iraq and the region.
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