US Launches Major Anti-ISIS Offensive in Syria Following Assad's Collapse

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US Launches Major Anti-ISIS Offensive in Syria Following Assad's Collapse
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The U.S. conducted a significant airstrike on 75 ISIS targets in Syria following the collapse of the Assad regime, using warplanes like the A-10 Warthog and B-52 bombers. This action is part of a broader effort to prevent ISIS from regrouping amid Syria's political upheaval. The Assad regime fell after losing support from allies like Russia and Iran, with Assad reportedly fleeing to Moscow. President Biden affirmed the U.S. commitment to maintaining its military presence in Syria to combat ISIS, despite concerns about the new ruling group's past affiliations with al Qaeda.

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