The U.S. military, alongside partner forces, conducted large-scale strikes across Syria targeting Islamic State (ISIS) militants. These actions, part of "Operation Hawkeye Strike" directed by President Trump, are a response to a December 13th ambush in Palmyra that killed two U.S. soldiers and a civilian interpreter. CENTCOM stated the strikes aim to counter ISIS activities, prevent future attacks, and protect American and partner forces. The operation involved numerous aircraft and precision munitions, hitting multiple ISIS targets.