US carries out attacks on Islamic State targets in Syria

35 terrorist bases destroyed
Over 90 precision munitions used by 24 fighter aircraft

(“Precision munitions” are weapons capable of accurate strikes and can be launched from land, air, or sea.)

New York (USA) – More than 35 terrorist bases of the Islamic State in Syria were destroyed after heavy bombardment. This operation was carried out using more than 24 US fighter aircraft. Over 90 precision munitions were used in the strikes, according to information released by the US military’s Central Command (United States Central Command). The attacks were conducted around 12:30 p.m. US time on January 10 as part of a mission named “Operation Hawkeye Strike.”

🚨 Operation Hawkeye Strike:
US conducts large-scale air assault on 35 IS targets in Syria with 90+ precision missiles from 24+ fighter jets – a strong reprisal after ISIS killed American personnel#SyriaStrikes #SyriaConflict pic.twitter.com/5BxxbBW1x5

— Sanatan Prabhat (@SanatanPrabhat) January 11, 2026

The US military stated that the operation demonstrates America’s firm commitment to combating terrorism. The objectives of the mission are to prevent attacks on US troops and allied forces, eliminate future threats, and establish security in the region. Following the strikes, the United States also issued a warning that anyone who attempts to harm its soldiers will be tracked down and eliminated from anywhere in the world.

Why did the US carry out the attack ?

Last month, in an attack carried out by the Islamic State in Palmyra, Syria, two military officers from a unit of the Iowa National Guard, along with one US civilian, were killed. Following this incident, the United States launched Operation Hawkeye Strike on December 19.