Syria monitor says US strikes killed at least five IS members
Summary
US strikes in Syria have killed at least five Islamic State members following a deadly attack on American troops, with Jordan confirming its participation in the raids.
Key Points
- US strikes overnight killed at least five Islamic State members in Syria's Deir Ezzor province.
- Jordan confirmed its air force participation in US-led raids against IS targets in Syria.
- The strikes targeted more than 70 IS targets across central Syria, including in the Badia desert and mountainous areas near Palmyra.
- President Donald Trump described the operation as a 'very serious retaliation' following the attack that killed US soldiers and a civilian.
