Hegseth announces operation to 'eliminate' Islamic State fighters in Syria after deaths of Americans

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View in Browser Hegseth announces operation to 'eliminate' Islamic State fighters in Syria after deaths of Americans December 19, 2025 Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced the start of an operation to "eliminate ISIS fighters, infrastructure, and weapons sites" in Syria following the deaths of three U.S. citizens. Read more Today's latest headlines ADVERTISEMENT SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences  | Privacy policy | Unsubscribe     *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here.