US Conducts Retaliatory Airstrikes on Iran-Backed Groups in Syria
TL;DR
The US military conducted a second round of airstrikes in eastern Syria, targeting a weapons storage facility used by Iran-backed militants responsible for recent attacks against American troops. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated that the strikes were in response to a series of attacks against US personnel in Iraq and Syria. The US is prepared to take further measures to protect its personnel and facilities, while urging against escalation. Over 40 attacks have been reported since October, resulting in injuries to US service members. The US has vowed to respond to any continued aggression by Iran's proxies.
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