Senior ISIS operative killed in US-led strike in Syria
DAMASCUS, Syria (North Press) – The United States Central Command announced on Friday the elimination of a senior Islamic State (ISIS) leader during an airstrike at an undisclosed location in Syria.
Earlier, the Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service reported the success of a precision operation that resulted in the death of ISIS commander Omar Abdulqader Bassam, also known as “Abdulrahman al-Halabi,” within Syrian territory. The operation was carried out in coordination with the Global Coalition forces.
In a statement, the US Central Command said, “US Central Command forces conducted an airstrike in Syria that resulted in the death of a senior ISIS official who posed a direct threat to the United States.”
The statement added, “Omar Abdulqader posed an immediate threat to the US and was actively seeking to attack America. His death disrupts the terrorist organization’s ability to plan and execute future attacks threatening Americans and our partners.”
CENTCOM Commander Brad Cooper emphasized, “We will not relent in pursuing terrorists who seek to attack the United States, our forces, or our allies and partners abroad.”
The strike comes as part of ongoing operations carried out by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in coordination with the US-led Global Coalition. These operations focus on identifying and eliminating remaining ISIS cells in northeast Syria, dismantling terrorist networks, and preventing the resurgence of extremist activity. The collaboration includes intelligence sharing, joint raids, and air support, contributing to regional stability and security.