US Strikes Islamic State Targets in Syria
The US military hit Islamic State targets in Syria. Between February 3 and 12, the US conducted 10 strikes.
These strikes hit more than 30 targets. The targets included buildings and weapons storage.
The strikes were payback for a December attack. Syria's government joined the US in this effort.
Klear Note — The Islamic State is a militant group that controls parts of Syria and Iraq. The US has fought this group for years with military strikes.
Key Terms 2
- Islamic State Terrorist group that controls parts of Iraq and Syria
- airstrikes Bombs dropped from military planes