US-Iraqi Joint Raid Neutralizes 15 ISIS Militants in Anbar Desert

A joint US-Iraqi military operation targeted suspected ISIS militants in Iraq's Anbar Desert, resulting in 15 deaths. The raid aimed to disrupt ISIS activities, with the US military noting the militants were heavily armed. The US-led coalition has been combating ISIS since its peak control in Iraq and Syria.

A joint US-Iraqi raid in Iraq's Anbar Desert targeted suspected ISIS militants, resulting in 15 militant deaths, the US military confirmed early Saturday.

The operation marks a significant engagement as US forces have been continuing efforts against the Islamic State group following their territorial losses in Iraq and Syria.

Central Command highlighted the militants' heavy armament and the strategic aim of disrupting ISIS' operational capabilities in the region. Iraqi Security Forces reported executing airstrikes and airborne operations with no civilian casualties. Despite losing territory, ISIS maintains active cells in Iraq's Anbar Desert and beyond.

(With inputs from agencies.)