A joint US-Iraqi military operation on August 29 resulted in the deaths of 14 ISIS operatives, including four senior leaders, in Western Iraq. The US military disclosed the operation in August, revealing that seven military personnel were also injured during the raid.
On Friday, US Central Command confirmed the deaths of several top ISIS leaders, including Ahmad Hamid Husayn Abd-al-Jalil al-Ithawi. Al-Ithawi was responsible for overseeing all ISIS operations in Iraq, making his elimination a significant blow to the terrorist organization.
The successful operation deals a substantial setback to ISIS, which has been attempting to regain its foothold in Iraq. The deaths of these senior leaders will likely disrupt ISIS’s command structure and hinder its ability to coordinate attacks in the region.
The US-Iraqi raid demonstrates the ongoing commitment of both countries to combating the threat of ISIS. The operation highlights the effectiveness of joint military efforts in targeting and eliminating top terrorist leaders, ultimately contributing to a more secure and stable Iraq.
