Biden Says U.S. Conducted Airstrikes Against Islamic State Targets in Syria

President Joe Biden announced on Thursday that the United States military had conducted airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria. The strikes were in response to recent attacks against U.S. personnel in Iraq and to protect American forces in the region.

The Pentagon confirmed that the airstrikes targeted facilities used by the militant group, including storage facilities and command posts. The U.S. military said the strikes were successful and that they were carried out in coordination with Iraqi and Kurdish forces.

In a statement, President Biden said that the U.S. would not tolerate attacks against American personnel and would take necessary action to protect its forces and interests in the region. He also emphasized the importance of working with allies and partners to combat terrorism and bring stability to the region.

The airstrikes mark the first military action taken by the Biden administration against the Islamic State, also known as ISIS, since taking office in January. The militant group has carried out several deadly attacks in recent weeks, including a rocket attack on a U.S. military base in Iraq that killed one civilian contractor and injured several others.

The Biden administration has said that it is committed to continuing the fight against ISIS and other terrorist groups in the region. The president has also pledged to review the U.S. military’s presence in Iraq and Syria and to work with allies to ensure the safety and security of American personnel.

The airstrikes in Syria come as the Biden administration seeks to recalibrate U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East and focus on diplomacy and multilateralism. The president has said that he will prioritize diplomacy and engagement with allies to address security challenges in the region and promote stability and peace.

The airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria demonstrate the Biden administration’s commitment to protecting American personnel and interests in the region. As the U.S. continues to assess its military presence in Iraq and Syria, it will be important for the administration to work closely with allies and partners to address the ongoing threat posed by ISIS and other terrorist groups in the region.