Captured as text from http://www.defense.gov/News/Special-Reports/0814_Inherent-Resolve - Select country name, latest news release appears, then choose "View Information on Previous Airstrikes (captured by Patrick Durusau, patrick@durusau.net on 5 October 2015.) Military Strikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, October 4, 2015 - On Oct. 3, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted six strikes using fighter, bomber, ground-attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted ten strikes coordinated with and in support of the Government of Iraq using bomber, fighter, attack, and fighter-attack aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three strikes struck three separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL structures, two ISIL fighting positions, and an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Ar Raqqah, one strike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mar’a, one strike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Washiyah, one strike damaged an ISIL excavator. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one strike struck an ISIL pontoon bridge. - Near Al Huwayjah, two strikes suppressed ISIL mortar fire and an ISIL mortar position. - Near Fallujah, one strike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building, an ISIL heavy machine gun, and an ISIL RPG. - Near Kirkuk, one strike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ramadi, three strikes struck two separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL tactical vehicle, six ISIL fighting positions, breached two ISIL obstacles, and denied ISIL access to terrain. - Near Sinjar, one strike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed a heavy machine gun and two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sultan Abdallah, one strike struck an ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted strikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and the United States. Coalition nations which have conducted strikes in Syria include Australia, Bahrain, Canada, France, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and the U.S. October 3, 2015 Military Strikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, October 3, 2015 - On Oct. 2, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted ten strikes using fighter, bomber, ground-attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 17 strikes coordinated with and in support of the Government of Iraq using bomber, fighter, attack, fighter-attack, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four strikes struck three separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL tactical vehicles, an ISIL headquarters building, an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL fighting position, and wounded an ISIL fighter. - Near Kobani, one strike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL headquarters building and wounded two ISIL fighters. - Near Abu Kamal, two strikes struck an ISIL crude oil collection point. - Near Al Hawl, two strikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL bunker complex. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one strike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles and two ISIL tactical vehicles. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one strike struck two ISIL rocket rails. - Near Al Huwayjah, two strikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL fighting position, suppressed an ISIL mortar position and wounded three ISIL fighters. - Near Bayji, one strike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL weapons cache and an ISIL homemade explosive cache. - Near Kirkuk, one strike struck a large ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kisik, one strike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, three strikes struck three separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed three heavy machine guns and four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, six strikes struck three separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL buildings, an ISIL tunnel, an ISIL tactical vehicle, an ISIL sniper position, an ISIL bunker, two ISIL mortar systems, an ISIL vehicle, two ISIL obstacles and wounded two ISIL fighters. - Near Sinjar, two strikes struck two separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed three heavy machine guns and four ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted strikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and the United States. Coalition nations which have conducted strikes in Syria include Australia, Bahrain, Canada, France, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and the U.S. September 29, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 29, 2015 - On Sept. 28, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using remotely piloted and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes coordinated with and in support of the Government of Iraq using bomber, fighter, attack, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Abu Kamal, two airstrikes destroyed a crude oil collection point. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle - Near Mar’a, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed five ISIL rockets, an ISIL vehicle, and an ISIL mortar system. Iraq - Near Al Asad, one airstrike struck a large ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Al Huwayjah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed nine ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL bunkers, and five ISIL tunnels. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck two separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL buildings and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL weapons caches and two rocket positions. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Kisik, one airstrike suppressed an ISIL mortar position. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL tunnel and two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and the United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Australia, Bahrain, Canada, France, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and the U.S. September 28, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 28, 2015 - On Sept. 27, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using remotely piloted and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 20 airstrikes coordinated with and in support of the Government of Iraq using bomber, fighter, fighter-attack, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Abu Kamal, one airstrike struck an ISIL training area. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike resulted in inconclusive results. - Near Mar’a, one airstrike suppressed an ISIL mortar system. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL checkpoint and an ISIL bunker. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building and two ISIL caches. - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes struck two separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL weapons cache, and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, three airstrikes struck three separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL tunnel, and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck a large ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building, four ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL boats, an ISIL home-made explosive cache, and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sultan Abdallah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL fighting position and suppressed an ISIL mortar position. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and the United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Australia, Bahrain, Canada, France, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and the U.S. September 27, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 27, 2015 - On Sept. 26, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrike using bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 20 airstrikes coordinated with and in support of the Government of Iraq using bomber, fighter, fighter-attack, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL structure. - Near Abu Kamal, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Mar’a, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL staging area. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed 27 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area and damaged an ISIL artillery piece. - Near Hit, five airstrikes destroyed an ISIL VBIED facility, an ISIL command and control facility, and an ISIL headquarters. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL armored vehicle, and suppressed an ISIL mortar position. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings and denied terrain to ISIL forces. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL armored vehicles. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck two separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL mortar tubes, an ISIL fighting position, and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and the United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and the U.S. September 26, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 26, 2015 - On Sept. 25, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted one airstrike using bomber aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 24 airstrikes coordinated with and in support of the Government of Iraq using bomber, fighter, fighter-attack, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hawl, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL weapons cache and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Al Huwayjah, four airstrikes destroyed eight ISIL fighting positions and suppressed an ISIL mortar position. - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Albu Hayat, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL training facility and two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck two separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed seven ISIL buildings, an ISIL VBIED, and wounded two ISIL fighters. - Near Habbaniya, two airstrikes destroyed seven ISIL rocket rails and an ISIL excavator. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck two separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL staging positions, and suppressed an ISIL mortar position. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck two separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL building, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL vehicle, and an ISIL cache. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck three separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL vehicle, and an ISIL bunker. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL observation post. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and the United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and the U.S. September 25, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 25, 2015 - On Sept. 24, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted one airstrike using fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 21 airstrikes coordinated with and in support of the Government of Iraq using bomber, fighter, fighter-attack, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL crude oil collection point. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes destroyed 37 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL rocket rail. - Near Hit, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed two ISIL vehicles, and wounded three ISIL fighters. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck four separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL cache, and an ISIL mortar position. - Near Qayyarah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Ramadi, five airstrikes struck two separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL buildings, an ISIL light machine gun, an ISIL resupply truck, an ISIL dump truck, an ISIL cache, and cratered a road to deny ISIL use. - Near Rawah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun, and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sultan Abdallah, one airstrike suppressed an ISIL mortar position. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed an ISIL vehicle, and wounded an ISIL fighter. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. Strike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and the U.S. September 24, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 24, 2015 - Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq SOUTHWEST ASIA- On Sept. 23, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using fighter, bomber, and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes coordinated with and in support of the Government of Iraq using bomber, fighter, fighter-attack, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mar’a, one airstrike destroyed one ISIL towed artillery piece. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike destroyed 16 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL anti-air artillery pieces. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, six airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL VBIED facilities, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL cache, an ISIL bunker, and suppressed an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL light machine gun, and two ISIL mortar positions. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed two ISIL buildings, an ISIL excavator, and three ISIL mobility obstacles. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck separate ISIL tactical units and destroyed and ISIL light machine gun and six ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike suppressed ISIL mortar fire. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. Strike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom, and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and the U.S. Finally, on Sept. 10, Coalition forces conducted a previously unreported airstrike near Tal Afar, Iraq, which struck an ISIL tactical unit and resulted in a destroyed vehicle and the death of a senior ISIL leader. September 16, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 16, 2015 - Coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL rocket rails. Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical units, and destroyed three ISIL vehicles. Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL rockets. Near Hit, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and 12 ISIL fighting positions. Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL motor tube and three ISIL fighting positions. Near Sultan Abdallah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Mar’a, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Abu Kamal, two airstrikes struck two ISIL oil field wellheads. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL rocket rails. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical units, and destroyed three ISIL vehicles. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL rockets. - Near Hit, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and 12 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL motor tube and three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sultan Abdallah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 15, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 15, 2015 - On Sep. 14, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL armored personnel carrier. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL crude oil collection point. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL tunnels and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed eight ISIL buildings, an ISIL IED and an ISIL carport. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL rocket rails. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, two ISIL rocket firing positions and an ISIL mortar firing position and destroyed three ISIL berms and 14 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL house-borne IED, an ISIL VBIED, five ISIL buildings, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed six ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL cache. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 14, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 14, 2015 - On Sep. 13, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 18 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Dayr Ar Zawr, two airstrikes struck an ISIL crude oil collection point and destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Kobani, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL artillery piece. - Near Mar’a, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL trenches. - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units and destroyed six ISIL buildings, three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL ant-aircraft artillery piece and an ISIL structure. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Kisik, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL staging area and destroyed an ISIL excavator and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes destroyed two ISIL trenches, an ISIL bulldozer and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes destroyed four ISIL weapons caches, an ISIL armored personnel carrier and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Sultan Abdallah, one airstrike struck an ISIL sniper firing position. - Near Tuz, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 13, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 13, 2015 - On Sep. 12, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 18 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hawl, two airstrikes destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL tank. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kobani, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL artillery piece. - Near Mar’a, three airstrikes struck an ISIL staging facility and destroyed four ISIL buildings an ISIL artillery piece and an ISIL weapons cache. Iraq - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Fallujah, six airstrikes struck two ISIL VBIED facilities, two ISIL weapons caches, an ISIL command and control facility and an ISIL staging area. - Near Kisik, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL truck. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL mortar firing position an ISIL rocket firing position and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL buildings and an ISIL homemade explosives cache. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tuz, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL bunker. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 12, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 12, 2015 - On Sep. 11, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 22 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Abu Kamal, two airstrikes struck two ISIL crude oil collection points. - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Hit, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery piece and an ISIL building. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Kisik, two airstrikes struck an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position and an ISIL rocket firing position and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL armored personnel carrier and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL IED. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Sultan Abdallah, one airstrike struck an ISIL rocket firing position. - Near Tuz, eight airstrikes struck six ISIL tactical units and destroyed 22 ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL vehicles, one ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL ammunition cache, an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL motorcycle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 11, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 11, 2015 - On Sep. 10, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 27 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hawl, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL excavator and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Palmyra, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL excavators. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL weapons caches and an ISIL vehicle storage facility. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL fighting position and destroyed an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL mortar systems and an ISIL rocket rail. - Near Hit, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kisik, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles and a building. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position. - Near Tuz, ten airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and four ISIL staging areas and destroyed 20 ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL trench. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 10, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 10, 2015 - On Sep. 9, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 18 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Abu Kamal, one airstrike struck an ISIL crude oil collection point. - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL motorcycles and an ISIL structure. - Near Al Hawl, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL excavators. - Near Mar’a, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL mortar supply point and an ISIL mortar tube. - Near Palmyra, one airstrike had inconclusive results. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two buildings. - Near Kisik, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing position and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Rawah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and an ISIL encampment. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL mortar firing position and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL light machine guns. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Tuz, four airstrikes destroyed 13 ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL vehicles. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 8, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 8, 2015 - On Sep. 7, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hawl, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL bunker and an ISIL trench. - Near Ayn Isa, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mar’a, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit and destroyed six ISIL vehicles and five ISIL buildings. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL trench lines and destroyed three ISIL bunkers, two ISIL buildings and two ISIL recoilless rifles. - Near Kisik, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed ten ISIL vehicles and four ISIL boats. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sultan Abdallah, one airstrike struck an ISIL rocket firing position. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Tuz, one airstrike destroyed five ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 7, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 7, 2015 - On Sep. 6, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Mar’a, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Tamakh, two airstrikes destroyed five ISIL excavators. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Ar Rutbah, one airstrike struck an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Bayji, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL artillery piece. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kisik, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL recoilless rifle. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL light machine guns and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position. - Near Tuz, one airstrike destroyed 49 ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL tunnels and an ISIL weapons cache. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 6, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 6, 2015 - On Sep. 5, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Mar’a, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL bulldozer, an ISIL excavator, an ISIL front end loader and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Tal Abyad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and terrain features denying ISIL a tactical advantage and destroyed four ISIL buildings. - Near Fallujah, five airstrikes struck three ISIL staging areas and destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL bunker. - Near Hit, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL homemade explosives cache. - Near Kisik, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL training facility and an ISIL rocket firing position and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tuz, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed 26 ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL weapons caches and an ISIL VBIED. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 5, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 5, 2015 - On Sep. 4, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 25 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Mar’a, six airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL mortar tube, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Tal Abyad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL artillery piece, an ISIL building, an ISIL tunnel entrance and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL sniper firing position and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Haditha, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Hit, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kisik, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, seven airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, five ISIL staging areas and destroyed an ISIL motorcycle, an ISIL building and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Rawah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL homemade explosives facility. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sultan Abdallah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tuz, two airstrikes destroyed 48 ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL vehicles. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. September 2, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 2, 2015 - On Sep. 2, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. "The battle to liberate Ramadi continues with Iraqi security forces clearing significant amounts of explosives and complex obstacles constructed by Daesh," said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "Yesterday, coalition airstrikes permanently eliminated Daesh terrorists from the battlefield along with a Daesh tank. This frees up Iraqi explosive ordnance teams to methodically clear areas in order to completely secure them and prepare for the next operational phases." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hawl, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL bridge. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL bunker entrances. - Near Mar’a, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL staging area and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL light machine gun firing position. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL excavators. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL boat and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Haditha, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL VBIEDs and an ISIL excavator. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL mortar tubes. - Near Kisik, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL bunkers. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL observation tower and destroyed two ISIL checkpoints, two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings and an ISIL tank. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL artillery piece, an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tuz, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. September 1, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, September 1, 2015 - On Aug. 31, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, fighter, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hawl, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed eight ISIL fighting positions. 
 - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL training camp and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. 
 - Near Mar’a, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL road grader and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL front end loader. - Near Washiyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings and an ISIL VBIED. 
 - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL weapons cache. 
 - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL VBIEDs. - Near Kisik, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun. 
 - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL mortar tube. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck three ISIL staging areas - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting 
positions and an ISIL heavy machine gun.
 Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 31, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 31, 2015 - On Aug. 30, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted one airstrike using fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hawl, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. Iraq 
 Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL homemade explosives cache and an ISIL resupply boat. 
 - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL barge. 
 - Near Kisik, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL IEDs and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL mortar system. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting 
positions, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. 
 - Near Sultan Abdallah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL 
fighting positions, two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL excavator. 
 - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position. - Near Tuz, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. 
The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. 
 August 30, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 30, 2015 - On Aug. 29, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hawl, one airstrike struck three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL facility. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and three ISIL excavators and destroyed five ISIL motorcycles, three ISIL structures, two ISIL guard shacks, two ISIL excavators and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Washiyah, one airstrike had inconclusive results. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position and destroyed seven ISIL buildings, two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kisik, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Ramadi, five airstrikes struck three ISIL staging areas and destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tuz, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL vehicles, two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL mortar position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 29, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 29, 2015 - On Aug. 28, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL bunkers, an ISIL air defense artillery system, an ISIL mortar position and an ISIL rocket launcher. - Near Al Hawl, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL artillery piece and an ISIL excavator. - Near Washiyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL boats and two ISIL IED caches. - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL building, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL mortar tube. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL resupply vehicle. - Near Kisik, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing position and destroyed two ISIL light machine guns, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position. - Near Tuz, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 28, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 28, 2015 - On Aug. 27, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL checkpoint. 
 - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck an ISIL ant-aircraft artillery piece. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. 
 - Near Washiyah, three airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units and 
destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL IED. 
 - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL building. 
 - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL motorcycle. 
 - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. 
 - Near Kisik, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL excavator and an ISIL fighting position. 
 - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing position and destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. 
 - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. 
 - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting 
positions and two ISIL light machine guns. 
 - Near Tuz, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED. 
 Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 27, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 27, 2015 - On Aug. 26, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using bomber and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 21 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hawl, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL bunker complex, three ISIL bunkers and an ISIL excavator. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Bayji, five airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, three ISIL small tactical units and denied ISIL an avenue of approach and destroyed 19 ISIL buildings, two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL mortar tube and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kisik, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL checkpoints and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings, two ISIL weapons caches and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL small tactical units and destroyed an ISIL light machine gun and three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sultan Abdallah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tuz, six airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, two ISIL small tactical units and three ISIL staging areas and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 26, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 26, 2015 - On Aug. 25, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted two airstrikes using remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 18 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ayn Isa, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and terrain features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL mortar resupply vehicle. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL buildings and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL mortar firing position and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery piece. - Near Tuz, seven airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, multiple ISIL fighting positions and terrain features denying ISIL a tactical advantage and destroyed 12 ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL weapons cache. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 25, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 25, 2015 - On Aug. 24, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 31 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL bunker, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL structure. - Near Al Hawl, one airstrike destroyed nine ISIL fighting positions. 
 - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. 
 - Near Washiyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed six ISIL rocket rails, an ISIL artillery piece, an ISIL building, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL rocket system, an ISIL weapons cache and an ISIL vehicle. 
 - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL excavator, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL rocket systems. 
 - Near Kisik, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL sniper firing position and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. 
 - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, four airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL armored vehicle. 
 - Near Sultan Abdallah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. 
 - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck and suppressed an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position. 
 - Near Tuz, 12 airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and six ISIL staging areas and destroyed 57 ISIL fighting positions and three ISIL vehicles. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 24, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 24, 2015 - On Aug. 23, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three strikes destroyed three ISIL excavators and an ISIL bunker. - Near Al Hawl, two airstrikes struck an ISIL crude oil collection point and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL trench. - Near Ayn Isa, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL motorcycles and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Washiyah, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL bunkers, two ISIL tunnels and an ISIL front end loader. Iraq - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL mortar system. - Near Kisik, one airstrike struck and suppressed an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Qayyarah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sultan Abdallah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Tuz, three airstrikes destroyed nine ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL weapons cache. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 23, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 23, 2015 - On Aug. 22, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using attack bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL structures, an ISIL armored truck and an ISIL bunker. - Near Al Hawl, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL excavators. - Near Ayn Isa, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL bunkers and an ISIL supply truck. - Near Washiyah, one airstrike had inconclusive results. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings, an ISIL bunker, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Ar Rutbah, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL front end loaders. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical units and destroyed five ISIL buildings, two ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL IED and an ISIL recoilless rifle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing position and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL vehicle and destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Sinjar, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL staging area and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL light machine guns and an ISIL building. - Near Tuz, five airstrikes destroyed 27 ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL bunker, an ISIL rocket rail and an ISIL weapons cache. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 20, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 20, 2015 - – On Aug. 19, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 21 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter and fighter- attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes decimated Daesh fighters last night in the vicinity of the Bayji oil refinery,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, chief of staff, CJTF-OIR. “A combination of ISF ground maneuver and coalition air support continues to cut down Daesh’s attempts at reinforcing this heated fight.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL communications repeater and an ISIL staging area. - Near Aleppo, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. 
 - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Ar Rutbah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL staging areas and an ISIL VBIED facility. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units and two ISIL buildings and destroyed 22 ISIL buildings and nine ISIL vehicles. 
 - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck one ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL checkpoints. 
 - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL bunker, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL tunnel entrance. 
 - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings and an ISIL armored personnel carrier. 
 - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tuz, seven airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL vehicles, two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL rocket rails, an ISIL staging area, an ISIL vehicle storage area an ISIL VBIED. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 19, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 19, 2015 - On Aug. 18, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using attack, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 18 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter and fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes in and around Bayji and Ramadi are consistently putting pressure on the leadership of Daesh,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, chief of staff, CJTF-OIR. “We are constantly restricting their freedom of maneuver and disrupting their ability to successfully counterattack.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL artillery piece and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL mortar firing positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, two ISIL staging areas and an ISIL rocket firing position and destroyed three ISIL tunnels and an ISIL light machine gun. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL vehicles, two ISIL buildings and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position. - Near Tuz, three airstrikes destroyed 20 ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 18, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 18, 2015 - On Aug. 17, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter and fighter-attack aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition trained Iraqi security forces are in the middle of a deliberate counterattack against Daesh terrorists in Ramadi,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, chief of staff, CJTF-OIR. “It’s a tough fight with ISF encountering many obstacles and IEDs, but 16 airstrikes in the past few days have eliminated numerous Daesh positions, no doubt paving the way for ISF advances.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL berm and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL motorcycle. Iraq - Near Ar Rutbah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL checkpoint and destroyed an ISIL bulldozer and an ISIL excavator. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL artillery piece, an ISIL building and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Makhmur, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL staging area and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL light machine gun. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tank and destroyed an ISIL trailer. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units and destroyed six ISIL buildings, two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL recoilless rifle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL light machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL artillery piece, an ISIL building, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Tuz, one airstrike destroyed 21 ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL tunnel system. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 17, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 17, 2015 - On Aug. 16, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes and the ISF have produced devastating results against Daesh terrorists in the vicinity of the Bayji oil refinery,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, chief of staff, CJTF-OIR. “The area remains contested, but we have disrupted Daesh’s freedom of movement and they have suffered significant personnel losses in their counterattacks.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL anti-tank weapon. - Near Kobani, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL mortar firing position. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed nine ISIL vehicles, seven ISIL buildings and three ISIL VBIEDs. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL mortar systems and an ISIL mortar cache. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL rocket firing position. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL building, an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL light machine gun. - Near Tuz, one airstrike destroyed 10 ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 16, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 16, 2015 - On Aug. 15, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL bunkers and two ISIL excavators. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ayn Isa, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL resupply vehicle. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging facility. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Fallujah, four airstrikes struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage and destroyed two ISIL buildings, an ISIL VBIED, two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL obstruction. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL mortar tube and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed 10 ISIL excavators, six ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery piece, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical units and destroyed seven ISIL buildings and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 15, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 15, 2015 - On Aug. 14, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed six ISIL excavators, an ISIL heavy machine gun, three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL bulldozer. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL rocket rails and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL bunker. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Haditha, three airstrikes struck an ISIL command and control facility and two ISIL staging areas. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Mosul, one airstrike destroyed six ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, five airstrikes struck two large and one small ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL buildings, three ISIL IEDs an ISIL truck, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 14, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 14, 2015 - On Aug. 13, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 23 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes in Ramadi have destroyed many Daesh forces, equipment and fighting positions,” said Col. Mike Indovina, spokesman, CJTF-OIR. “The continued pounding of Daesh defensive positions sets the conditions for ISF as they advance closer to the city in order to completely encircle Ramadi, 'tightening the noose' around the city, before commencing clearing operations.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL bunker. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL recoilless rifles, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL resupply caches. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery piece and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and terrain features denying ISIL a tactical advantage and destroyed three ISIL buildings. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL bunker. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, six airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and an ISIL fighting position and destroyed three ISIL buildings, two ISIL IEDs, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL recoilless rifle. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions and four ISIL light machine guns. - Near Tal Afar, six airstrikes struck four ISIL staging areas and destroyed an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery piece and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Tuz, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 13, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 13, 2015 - On Aug. 12, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and fighter-attack aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes coordinated with the government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Abu Kamal, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL front end loader and an ISIL bridge. - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units and destroyed eight ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Aleppo, three airstrikes struck an ISIL staging facility and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL trench lines and an ISIL bunker. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL motorcycle. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike destroyed five ISIL rocket rails. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL mortar systems, an ISIL building and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL mortar firing position and destroyed 19 ISIL bunkers. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck a large ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL recoilless rifle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 12, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 12, 2015 - On Aug. 11, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter and fighter-attack aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck one large and four small ISIL tactical units and destroyed 10 ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL bunkers and an ISIL structure. - Near Aleppo, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL staging area and destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL bridge. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL heavy machine gun firing positions. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL homemade explosives cache. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL IED. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL light machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 11, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 11, 2015 - On Aug. 10, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes using bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 20 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL structures, an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL weapons cache. Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL tunnel system. Near Tuz, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. “Anti-ISIL forces continue to engage ISIL in northern Syria, as ISIL fighters are targeted and killed by coalition airstrikes,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, chief of staff, CJTF-OIR. “The cumulative effect of the airstrikes is creating a difficult environment for ISIL to conduct operations and expand its influence.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL bunker, an ISIL structure and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL bunkers. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL crude oil collection point. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL mortar system supply point. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit and destroyed eight ISIL tractor trailers, four ISIL structures, two ISIL armored vehicles, two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL fuel trucks, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL observation point. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL river obstruction. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL structure and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed 10 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL mortar firing positions and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL structures, an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL tunnel system. - Near Tuz, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 10, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 10, 2015 - On Aug. 9, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 21 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, bomber, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Our airstrikes against Daesh in northern Syria have resulted in the loss of approximately 17,000 square kilometers by Daesh,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR public affairs officer. “Anti-ISIL forces and coalition airstrikes have freed many from the barbarism of Daesh, denied Daesh a safe haven and has provided Iraqi forces the needed time and space to regenerate combat power and go on the offensive.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL bunkers, two ISIL structures, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL supply truck. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Tal Abyad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL bunker. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL homemade explosives factory. - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck two large and one small ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL vehicles and two ISIL structures. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL bunker, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Makhmur, four airstrikes struck two ISIL staging areas and destroyed 19 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL caches and an ISIL building. - Near Ramadi, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL building, an ISIL homemade explosives resupply trailer, an ISIL IED and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL tunnel system. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position and an ISIL mortar firing position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 9, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 9, 2015 - On Aug. 8, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL bunker, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL recoilless rifle firing position. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL vehicles and two ISIL anti-aircraft artillery piece. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tank. Iraq - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes destroyed three ISIL excavators and two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL structures, an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position, an ISIL recoilless rifle, an ISIL weapons cache and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL staging area and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL sniper firing position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 8, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 8, 2015 - On Aug. 7, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using bomber, attack, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition forces conducted 44 airstrikes in support of anti-ISIL forces in Syria this week alone,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “The success of anti-ISIL forces in Syria, backed by coalition airstrikes, has resulted in two-thirds of Syria’s northern border now defended by anti-ISIL forces. The result has devastated Daesh’s key lines of communication between Syria and Turkey.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit and destroyed nine ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL bunkers, two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL building, an ISIL motorcycle and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL crane. Iraq - Near Al Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL vehicles and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Haditha, three airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL IED. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 7, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 7, 2015 - On Aug. 6, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. Coalition forces and Iraqi security forces now dictate the pace of operations in the region. “The coalition, in coordination with the YPG, has conducted 15 airstrikes in the vicinity of Al Hasakah this week,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR public affairs officer. “These airstrikes have had a decimating effect on Daesh terrorists and have allowed the YPG to establish greater control of the city.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL staging area and destroyed two ISIL excavators. - Near Ayn Isa, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL excavator. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed 23 ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles and two ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Mosul, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL rocket system. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positons, two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL bunker. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL light machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 6, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 6, 2015 - On Aug. 5, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes using fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. Coalition strikes degrade command and control and resupply efforts of Daesh, while Daesh fighters attempt to control populations and lines of communications. "The coalition and our partners on the ground are continuing to tighten the noose around Daesh in Iraq and Syria," said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "Every member of the coalition plays a vital role in degrading the terrorist organization, and we are all working to dismantle Daesh while limiting their ability to harm civilians." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, seven airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units and destroyed 11 ISIL fighting positons, three ISIL motorcycles and two ISIL bunkers. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positons and an ISIL building. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL buildings and an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and three ISIL staging areas and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Habbaniyah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL armored personnel carriers, two ISIL structures, an ISIL IED and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Hit, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL fighting positon. - Near Makhmur, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed 17 ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL light machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL light machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 5, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 5, 2015 - On Aug. 4, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using fighter, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 22 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. Coalition’s airstrikes continue to destroy and degrade ISIL’s tactical and combat equipment within Iraq. “Coalition forces are achieving debilitating effects against the enemy,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “The coalition strikes, in coordination with the ISF, destroy Daesh capabilities and provide the ISF an increased operational capability and freedom of movement.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL bunker, seven ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes struck two large ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL container, three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL building. Iraq - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL structures. - Near Hit, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Makhmur, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL bunker, 15 ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL vehicle, two ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL weapons cache, three ISIL fighting positions and six ISIL bunkers. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Sinjar, eight airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and seven ISIL staging areas and destroyed an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 4, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 4, 2015 - On Aug. 3, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using fighter, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. Coalition’s airstrikes continue to destroy and degrade ISIL tactical and combat equipment within the region. “The Bayji airstrikes are a great example of directly supporting ISF in an urban fight that is hotly contested. In areas like Bayji, it is important to note that coalition forces have implemented significant mitigation measures within the targeting process and during the conduct of operations to reduce the potential of civilian casualties and collateral damage,” said Col. Michael Indovina, CJTF-OIR public affairs spokesman. “Our overall strategy has not changed: coalition airstrikes will provide maximum support to the defeat of Daesh.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL checkpoints. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL machine guns. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL rocket launcher, an ISIL tank, an ISIL vehicle, two ISIL excavators, an ISIL bunker and an ISIL observation post. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed five ISIL IEDs and an ISIL supply trailer. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun, three ISIL light machine guns and five ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed 11 ISIL bunkers, three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tuz, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 3, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 3, 2015 - On Aug. 2, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using fighter, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 21 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and three ISIL small tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL mortar system, four ISIL bunkers and an ISIL resupply vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL excavator. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL mortar position. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and two ISIL small tactical units and destroyed three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon and an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings, an ISIL vehicle, three ISIL bunkers and an ISIL bridge. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and an ISIL small tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL weapons cache and four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL staging area, an ISIL artillery piece and an ISIL vehicle and destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL motorcycle, an ISIL drone, four ISIL vehicles and an ISIL resupply truck. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL mortar position and an ISIL staging area and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL heavy machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 2, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 2, 2015 - On Aug 1, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes using fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 18 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL guard shack. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units and two ISIL small tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL command and control center. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED factory. - Near Fallujah, four airstrikes struck terrain denying ISIL a tactical advantage and destroyed two ISIL vehicles and two ISIL rocket rails. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL bridge. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL VBIED facility and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL weapons cache, an ISIL weapons storage area and an ISIL staging area and destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL sniper position and destroyed an ISIL cache, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL homemade explosives cache and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL heavy machine guns and four ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. August 1, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, August 1, 2015 - On July 31, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes using fighter-attack, attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 19 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. Coalition forces conducted an airstrike today to successfully destroy an ISIL staging area facility near Mosul, Iraq. “By destroying staging areas like this one, we diminish Daesh’s ability to conduct their terror operations in this region,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF, Chief of Staff. “Inevitably, these weapons and supplies find themselves in the hands of ISIL terrorists combating the ISF and terrorizing civilians.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical unit and three ISIL small tactical units and destroyed four ISIL motorcycles and an ISIL resupply area. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL buildings and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL recoilless rifle. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL sniper position. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, six airstrikes struck five ISIL staging areas and destroyed three ISIL fighting position. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL mortar system, three ISIL vehicles and ISIL IED materials. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and two ISIL light machine gun positions and destroyed an ISIL light machine gun and three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL light machine gun and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 31, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 31, 2015 - On July 30, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 24 airstrikes using fighter-attack, fighter and bomber aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition forces struck multiple Daesh targets in the vicinity of the eastern Syria border to reduce the freedom of movement of Daesh,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “These strikes will have a profound impact on the ability of Daesh in Syria to affect operations in Iraq, particularly in Ramadi. Denying Daesh the ability to use these targets severely reduces their efforts to destabilize the region. These airstrikes, combined with ground force activity throughout Iraq and northern Syria, are increasing the pressure on ISIL.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, seven airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and five ISIL small tactical units and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL motorcycles, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL command and control center. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, 17 airstrikes struck eight ISIL staging areas, three ISIL bridges, four ISIL checkpoints, an ISIL training area and an ISIL logistics site. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, two airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL structures and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL fighting position and four ISIL rocket rails. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes destroyed five ISIL structures, an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL weapons cache and an ISIL command and control center. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and terrain denying ISIL a tactical advantage and destroyed two ISIL vehicles and two ISIL excavators. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL bunkers. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 30, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 30, 2015 - On July 29, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using fighter-attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 22 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, eight airstrikes struck seven ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL VBIED, six ISIL motorcycles and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Haditha, eight airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, five ISIL staging areas and as ISIL command and control site and destroyed two ISIL vehicles, three ISIL structures, an ISIL berm, an ISIL IED belt, eight ISIL mortar systems and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL heavy machine gun position. - Near Makhmur, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions and three ISIL buildings. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL bunkers, an ISIL weapon cache, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL light machine gun. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL tank, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL mortar system - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL light machine gun and two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 29, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 29, 2015 - On July 28, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Idlib, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL structure. - Near Haditha, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL tunnel entrance. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL structure and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar position. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. Separately, on July 28 near Salqin, Syria, U.S. military forces conducted one airstrike against a network of veteran al-Qaida operatives, sometimes called the "Khorasan Group," who are plotting external attacks against the United States and our allies. The airstrike struck a tactical unit and destroyed a vehicle. July 28, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 28, 2015 - On July 27, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using fighter, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 23 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition forces in coordination with the GoI continue to strike Daesh in multiple locations throughout Iraq and Syria daily,” said Col Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “Our 20 airstrikes in Ramadi over the past four days are assisting the Iraqi Security Forces to isolate the city and degrade Daesh’s ability to maneuver their forces.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, seven airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL staging position, an ISIL bunker, an ISIL motorcycle and an ISIL structure. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL vehicle, seven ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL bunker. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and terrain denying ISIL a tactical advantage and destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed six ISIL structures. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL structures. - Near Makhmur, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed 19 ISIL fighting positions, 10 ISIL tunnels and three ISIL vehicles. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, six airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL excavator, two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL resupply truck, an ISIL mortar position, an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL structure. - Near Sinjar, five airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and two ISIL staging areas and destroyed an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL heavy machine gun, five ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL light machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 27, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 27, 2015 - On July 26, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes using fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition forces continue to support ISF operations to isolate and degrade ISIL and set conditions for the liberation of Anbar Province,” said Col. Michael Indovina, CJTF-OIR Spokesman. “Coalition airstrikes will likely increase to a posture that adequately supports ISF strike requirements in and around the Anbar capital. Yesterday was the largest amount of airstrike support we have provided since the operation began. We will continue to support our Iraqi partners as they work to push ISIL out of Anbar Province and the rest of their country.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, 10 airstrikes struck four ISIL large tactical units and five ISIL small tactical units and destroyed 15 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar system and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL motorcycle and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Ar Rutbah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL structure. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL tank. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and three ISIL small tactical units and destroyed an ISIL excavator, 13 ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL rocket propelled grenade and an ISIL structure. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 26, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 26, 2015 - On July 25, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes using fighter, bomber, attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 20 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Nearly all of the deliberate airstrikes against ISIL targets are acquired and validated via the Coalition’s Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) assets,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “The Coalition's air campaign, train and equip, and advise & assist missions are providing crucial support to ISF at the operational level.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units, two ISIL small tactical units and two ISIL fighting positions and destroyed an ISIL weapons cache, an ISIL command and control center, two ISIL fighting positions and three ISIL checkpoints. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL towed artillery piece. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and four ISIL small tactical units and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL mortar position. Iraq - Near Al Asad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL structure. - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL mortar systems, an ISIL structure and an ISIL bridge. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL structures. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL bunkers. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL VBIED factory and an ISIL mortar position and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ramadi, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, two ISIL tanks and an ISIL armored personnel carrier and destroyed an ISIL road block, an ISIL armored personnel carrier, an ISIL building, two ISIL structures and an ISIL mortar position. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL ammunition cache and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tuz, four airstrikes struck 4 ISIL staging areas. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 25, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 25, 2015 - On July 25, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes using fighter, bomber, attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 20 airstrikes coordinated with the Government of Iraq using attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Nearly all of the deliberate airstrikes against ISIL targets are acquired and validated via the Coalition’s Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) assets,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “The Coalition's air campaign, train and equip, and advise & assist missions are providing crucial support to ISF at the operational level.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units, two ISIL small tactical units and two ISIL fighting positions and destroyed an ISIL weapons cache, an ISIL command and control center, two ISIL fighting positions and three ISIL checkpoints. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL towed artillery piece. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and four ISIL small tactical units and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL mortar position. Iraq - Near Al Asad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL structure. - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL mortar systems, an ISIL structure and an ISIL bridge. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL structures. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL bunkers. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL VBIED factory and an ISIL mortar position and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ramadi, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, two ISIL tanks and an ISIL armored personnel carrier and destroyed an ISIL road block, an ISIL armored personnel carrier, an ISIL building, two ISIL structures and an ISIL mortar position. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL ammunition cache and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tuz, four airstrikes struck 4 ISIL staging areas. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 24, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 24, 2015 - On July 23, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 19 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes in coordination with Iraqi Security Forces continue to destroy ISIL units and equipment around Iraq,” said Col. Mike Indovina, CJTF-OIR spokesman. “The coalition’s persistent attacks reduce ISIL’s ability to mass and maneuver forces thereby giving the ISF an operational advantage.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and four ISIL small tactical units and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, two ISIL structures and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL structure and destroyed an ISIL headquarters, an ISIL logistics hub and an ISIL structure. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and terrain denying ISIL a tactical advantage and destroyed five ISIL vehicles. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and three ISIL bridges and destroyed an ISIL excavator and an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Makhmur, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL building and destroyed an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL weapons cache and four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL heavy weapon and destroyed four ISIL heavy weapons, four ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL bunkers. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL tanks, six ISIL armored vehicles, three ISIL heavy weapons and an ISIL structure. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrikes destroyed four ISIL bunkers. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 23, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 23, 2015 - On July 22, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes are supporting Iraqi-planned and led ground operations around the Anbar capital Ramadi, specifically targeting Daesh fighting positions and weapons,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “Coalition Air Power is proving to be a great enabler in the fight to retake Ramadi.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and two small ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL bunkers, 12 ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL small tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL VBIED and five ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL command and control node. - Near Haditha, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar position and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL rocket position and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and an ISIL small tactical unit and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL heavy weapons and an ISIL mortar position. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy weapon. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL excavator and five ISIL bunkers. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 22, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 22, 2015 - On July 21, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes are supporting Iraqi-planned and led ground operations around the Anbar capital Ramadi, specifically targeting Daesh units, vehicles, buildings, material and IED stores, ,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “We select targets that would provide Daesh a tactical advantage.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, 10 airstrikes struck eight ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL vehicles, five ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL staging area, two ISIL bunkers, an ISIL excavator and three ISIL check points. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL mortar position, an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL heavy weapon and an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Bayji, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL bridges. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed eight ISIL rocket rails. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and ISIL terrain denying ISIL a tactical advantage and destroyed an ISIL sniper position and an ISIL mortar position. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL heavy machine guns - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL heavy machine gun and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL excavator, an ISIL building and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck an ISIL rocket firing position and destroyed six ISIL bunkers. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 21, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 21, 2015 - On July 20, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes continue to eliminate Daesh’s IED building materials, emplacing equipment and fighting positions,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “Not only does the coalition assist our partners on the ground by removing the terrorists’ most potent weapons from the battlefield, but we also prevent civilian casualties caused by Daesh’s indiscriminate targeting.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, seven airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units and three ISIL small tactical units and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL vehicles, two ISIL excavators, an ISIL crane, an ISIL bunker and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, three airstrikes struck three ISIL crude oil collection points. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar position. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL rocket position and an ISIL heavy machine gun and destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL vehicle, two ISIL buildings and an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun, two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL tunnel and four ISIL bunkers. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 20, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 20, 2015 - On July 19, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition precision airstrikes continue to degrade key Daesh capabilities across our area of operations, from Ar Raqqah to Mosul to Ramadi,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “These coalition strikes against Daesh tactical units erode the terrorists’ ability to conduct large scale offensive operations; moreover, these air strikes significantly enhance the ISF ability to maneuver throughout the battle space and advance on Daesh strongholds. Ramadi is a good example of this. After only one week, nearly all of the ISF forces have advanced to a point expected by Iraqi leadership for this phase of the operation. This is significant considering the heavy fighting and complex obstacle and IED belts encountered by the ISF. No doubt coalition air power has contributed greatly to the progress of the Ramadi operation.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL bunker. - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ar Raqqah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL VBIED production facility and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and six ISIL mine field sections. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar position. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL recoilless rifle and an ISIL tunnel in support of the 1st Iraqi Infantry Division. - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL weapons cache and an ISIL tank. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, six airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL rocket firing position, an ISIL machine gun, and an ISIL mortar position and destroyed four ISIL bunkers, two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL machine guns, and an ISIL tunnel. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 19, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 19, 2015 - On July 18, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, eight airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and seven ISIL small tactical units and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL vehicles, two ISIL weapons caches an ISIL VBIED and a bunker system. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike destroyed eight ISIL T-walls. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL tunnels and an ISIL building. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Ramadi, six airstrikes struck four ISIL small tactical units and destroyed two ISIL IEDs, three ISIL tanks, three ISIL armored personnel carriers, an ISIL vehicle, two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Sinjar, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL light machine guns, six ISIL buildings and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL bunkers, two ISIL buildings and an ISIL light machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 18, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 18, 2015 - On July 17, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “In the past 48 hours, coalition airstrikes hit five Vehicle-Borne IEDs and a factory producing these weapons in Ramadi,” said Lt. Col. Thomas Gilleran, CJTF-OIR spokesman. “Removing these weapons from the battlefield is a high priority for the coalition. VBIEDs pose a threat to the ISF and the citizens in the areas where Daesh employs them.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and five ISIL tactical units destroying two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL bunker, an ISIL tunnel entrance, an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon, an ISIL artillery piece and two ISIL checkpoints. - Near Aleppo, six airstrikes struck 27 ISIL staging areas. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Tal Abyad, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit destroying an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon and an ISIL mortar. - Near Kirkuk, four airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL tactical unit, and seven ISIL staging areas and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and suppressed ISIL mortar fire destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun, two ISIL buildings and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit destroying an ISIL VBIED, four ISIL vehicles and five ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL heavy machine gun and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 17, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 17, 2015 - On July 16, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes using bomber, fighter-attack, and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using bomber, attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “The airstrikes conducted in the past 24 hours continue to destroy Daesh’s capability to conduct terrorist attacks in the region,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “Coalition airstrikes are degrading Daesh’s ability to maintain territory in the region.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, nine airstrikes struck seven ISIL tactical units and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL structure and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Ar Raqqah, three airstrikes destroyed an ISIL excavator, three ISIL bridges and an ISIL T-wall. - Near Tal Abyad, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tank and destroyed an ISIL sniper position and four ISIL buildings. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building - Near Haditha, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL boat and an ISIL barge - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL technical vehicle, an ISIL mortar tube, two ISIL buildings and an ISIL bunker. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL up-armored HMMWV - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL rocket position and destroyed an ISIL technical vehicle, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 16, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 16, 2015 - On July 15, coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using bomber, attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Airstrikes continue to degrade Daesh tactical equipment and units to facilitate ISF operations in the vicinity of Ramadi,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR Chief of Public Affairs. “Coalition Forces are committed to supporting ISF in their fight against Daesh.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL tank and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes destroyed four ISIL towed artillery pieces, three ISIL bunkers and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ar Raqqah, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL structure and an ISIL checkpoint and destroyed an ISIL excavator and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Ayn Isa, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL fighting position and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Abyad, two airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL staging area. Iraq - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL weapons cache, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL vehicle and destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Kirkuk, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL heavy machine gun position and destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL IED, an ISIL vehicle and two ISIL armored personnel carriers. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL command and control center and an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, and two ISIL heavy machine guns and destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL tunnel. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 15, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 15, 2015 - On July 14, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “In the past 48 hours, coalition airstrikes hit five Vehicle-Borne IEDs and a factory producing these weapons in Ramadi,” said Lt. Col. Thomas Gilleran, CJTF-OIR spokesman. “Removing these weapons from the battlefield is a high priority for the coalition. VBIEDs pose a threat to the ISF and the citizens in the areas where Daesh employs them.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and five ISIL tactical units destroying two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL bunker, an ISIL tunnel entrance, an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon, an ISIL artillery piece and two ISIL checkpoints. - Near Aleppo, six airstrikes struck 27 ISIL staging areas. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Tal Abyad, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit destroying an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon and an ISIL mortar. - Near Kirkuk, four airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL tactical unit, and seven ISIL staging areas and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and suppressed ISIL mortar fire destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun, two ISIL buildings and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit destroying an ISIL VBIED, four ISIL vehicles and five ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL heavy machine gun and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 14, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 14, 2015 - On July 13, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 20 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using bomber, attack, and fighter-attack aircraft against ISIL targets. “We are supporting ISF operations in Ramadi with precision airstrikes on Daesh targets,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “Coalition efforts to date in Ramadi have been a great enabler for the advancement of Iraqi ground forces. It should be understood that the coalition only supports those security forces, tribal resistance fighters and Iraqi Army units that are under the control of the government of Iraq and report directly to the Ministry of Defense for operations.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Aleppo, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL towed artillery piece. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, two airstrikes struck nine ISIL staging areas. Iraq - Near Fallujah, six airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units destroying two ISIL excavators, an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL heavy machine gun position, an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL VBIEDs, an ISIL armored personnel carrier and an ISIL excavator. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units destroying an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL structure. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL rocket position. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar position and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, five airstrikes destroyed an ISIL excavator, an ISIL VBIED factory, an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL structure and four ISIL VBIEDs. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units destroying five ISIL buildings, two ISIL light machine guns, and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike had inconclusive results. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 13, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 13, 2015 - On July 12, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using bomber, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 39 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using bomber, attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes support partner ground operations against Daesh; they degrade Daesh capacity to equip, assemble, plan and finance operations, and prepare defenses,” said Lt. Col. Thomas Gilleran, CJTF-OIR spokesman. “We target Daesh in depth and will continue to strike them wherever they operate.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, seven airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and five ISIL tactical units destroying seven ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL armored personnel carrier. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL rocket position. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit destroying two ISIL bunkers, an ISIL cache and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Hit, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL rocket position. - Near Ramadi, 29 airstrikes struck 67 ISIL staging areas destroying two ISIL excavators, an ISIL armored personnel carrier, and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and an ISIL tactical unit destroying an ISIL personnel carrier, four ISIL buildings and an ISIL light machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL rocket position, suppressing ISIL heavy machine gun fire and destroying an ISIL fuel tanker and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 12, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 12, 2015 - On July 11, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes using bomber, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. Separately, Syrian aircraft conducted airstrikes within Ar Raqqah near the timeframe of Coalition forces. These Syrian airstrikes were not coordinated with the Coalition. The nearest Coalition airstrike to Ar Raqqa city-center was 6.75 km away and targeted four bridges. "Coalition airstrikes continue to protect gains made by partners on the ground while opening up new avenues to further diminish Daesh capabilities," said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "With more than 5,200 strikes in Syria and Iraq since the beginning of the air campaign, the Coalition continues to show its commitment to supporting anti-Daesh forces." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, eight airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and five ISIL tactical units destroying three ISIL vehicles, five ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL sniper position and three ISIL motorcycles. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Ar Raqqah, six airstrikes struck five ISIL staging areas and an ISIL personnel carrier destroying an ISIL t-wall and two ISIL excavators. - Near Kobani, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and an ISIL rocket position, destroying two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL cache and two ISIL buildings. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit destroying two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL fuel tanker. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit destroying an ISIL rocket rail, an ISIL bunker and an ISIL artillery piece. - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical destroying an ISIL rocket launcher, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL boat. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL rocket position. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL structure. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying two ISIL vehicles and four ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL tunnel. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 11, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 11, 2015 - On July 10, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. "Coalition airstrikes targeted 20 Daesh units yesterday in Iraq and Syria," said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "These strikes have significantly degraded Daesh’s capacity to conduct operations, have put them on the defensive in most areas, and have enhanced the tactical advantage of ISF and VSO forces. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, 12 airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and nine ISIL tactical units destroying four ISIL vehicles, 11 ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL resupply positions and an ISIL excavator. - Near Ar Raqqah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL structure and destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units destroying an ISIL vehicle an ISIL mortar position, five ISIL bunkers and an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Bayji, one airstrike destroyed one ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit destroying an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL recoilless rifle. - Near Habbaniyah, four airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units and two ISIL tactical units destroying an ISIL excavator, two ISIL vehicles, six ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL boat, two ISIL mortar systems and an ISIL armored personnel carrier. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Makhmur, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL rocket position and 11 ISIL staging areas and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL heavy machine gun position and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 10, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 10, 2015 - On July 9, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. Coalition airstrikes destroyed a cave network near Haditha, Iraq," said Lt. Col. Thomas Gilleran, CJTF-OIR spokesman. "We will continue to use our disciplined targeting approach to destroy Daesh wherever we find them, including underground." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, seven airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and six ISIL tactical units destroying four ISIL vehicles and six ISIL fighting positions. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL bunker. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL structure, an ISIL armored personnel carrier and two ISIL excavators. - Near Ayn Isa, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL mortar position. - Near Tal Abyad, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL fighting position destroying three ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL structures and two ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL homemade explosive cache and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Haditha, four airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units and an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL cave network and an ISIL building. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL mortar tube and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL mortar position and an ISIL rocket position. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, and four ISIL staging areas destroying an ISIL light machine gun, an ISIL heavy machine gun and four ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun, three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. Separately, On July 8 near Idlib, Syria, coalition military forces conducted one airstrike against a network of veteran al Qa’eda operatives, sometimes called the "Khorasan Group," who are known to plot external attacks against the United States and our allies. The airstrike struck a tactical unit and destroyed a vehicle. July 9, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 9, 2015 - On July 8, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using bomber, fighter-attack, and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter-attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “The coalition is committed to diminishing Daesh’s military capacity,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “Our disciplined targeting process and strike execution remain relentless in seeking out and prosecuting Daesh targets.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Bukamal, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL vehicle and two ISIL bunkers. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck 20 ISIL staging areas. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, and an ISIL tactical unit destroying two ISIL fighting positions and three ISIL structures. - Near Tal Abyad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, two airstrikes denied ISIL a tactical advantage and suppressed ISIL sniper fire. - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL mortar, an ISIL tunnel entrance, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL recoilless rifle and two ISIL bunkers. - Near Haditha, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck three ISIL staging areas. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL building and eight ISIL vehicles. - Near Mosul, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck two ISIL excavators. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, and an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL C2 Node. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, and destroyed an ISIL bunker. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 8, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 8, 2015 - On July 7, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes using bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes target Daesh units, weapon systems, and fighting positions,” said Lt. Col. Thomas Gilleran, CJTF-OIR spokesman. “Such strikes significantly weaken Daesh and provide a tactical advantage to our partners on the ground in Syria and Iraq.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL vehicles, two ISIL bunkers and five ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Abyad, five airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position and two ISIL structures. Iraq - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL mortar. - Near Haditha, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL front end loader. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, and two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL light machine guns, four ISIL heavy machine guns, three ISIL vehicles, 11 ISIL buildings, an ISIL anti-aircraft weapon, an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL C2 Node. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL light machine gun three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL bunker. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 7, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 7, 2015 - On July 6, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes using bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition pilots continue their success against ISIL targets as they carefully consider potential effects on non-combatants,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “Unlike Daesh, we value innocent lives and abide by the laws of armed conflict.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL building. - Near Aleppo, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL artillery piece and five ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit. - Near Tal Abyad, seven airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, six ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL vehicles, four ISIL fighting positions and striking one ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Asad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun and four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit. - Near Bayji, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL structures. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL crossing point and an ISIL bunker. - Near Haditha, five airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL vehicles, an ISIL armored personnel carrier, two ISIL VBIEDs and an ISIL mortar. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle and three ISIL buildings. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL building and six ISIL staging areas. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, and two ISIL light machine guns, destroying five ISIL vehicles and two ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL light machine gun and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S July 6, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 6, 2015 - On July 5, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using bomber, remotely piloted and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL targets. “Coalition airstrikes continue to destroy Daesh vehicle-borne IEDs, the most recent near Kirkuk, Iraq,” said Lt. Col. Thomas Gilleran, CJTF-OIR spokesman. “Removing these weapons from the battlefield and the threat they pose to our ISF partners is a high priority for the coalition.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL tank, six ISIL vehicles, an ISIL building, an ISIL staging position and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck and destroyed an ISIL armored personnel carrier. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying four ISIL fighting positons and an ISIL mortar position. Iraq - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck and destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying an ISIL bunker. - Near Haditha, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL technical vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL cache and striking an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL fighting position and ISIL cache and striking an ISIL fighting position. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL excavator and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, and an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. Separately, near Aleppo, Syria, coalition military forces conducted one airstrike against a network of veteran al Qa’ida operatives, sometimes called the "Khorasan Group," who are known to plot external attacks against the United States and our allies. The airstrike struck a tactical unit and destroyed a vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 5, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 5, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq July 4. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 26 airstrikes using bomber, attack, remote and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “The coalition conducted multiple airstrikes in northern Syria to deny Daesh’s freedom to maneuver,” said Brig. Gen. Kevin Killea, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “These strikes provide the forces on the ground the opportunity to act decisively against Daesh.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, five airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL vehicles, and four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ar Raqqah, 18 airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL vehicles and 16 ISIL bridges. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positons and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL tunnel entrance, an ISIL heavy machine gun and two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroying a VBIED. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun, four ISIL mortar tubes and an ISIL ammo bunker. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL cache and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 4, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 4, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq July 3. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes using bomber, attack and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “Professional coalition aircrews continue to destroy Daesh terrorists throughout Iraq and Syria,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “Their patience, precision and resolve are the impetus for positive change in the battlespace.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL vehicles, two ISIL structures, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL excavator. - Near Aleppo, four airstrikes struck four ISIL staging areas. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying seven ISIL fighting positons and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Abyad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery, an ISIL fighting position and two ISIL bunkers. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL building and an ISIL tunnel. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings, an ISIL cache and an ISIL light machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 3, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 3, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq July 2. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “The Coalition maintains pressure on Daesh across the battlespace,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “The cumulative effects of this pressure, over time, will enable the Coalition end state: the defeat of Daesh.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck one large and three small ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL vehicles, three ISIL structures, an ISIL building, five ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL bunker and an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Tal Abyad, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL fighting positons. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle - Near Bayji, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL bunkers. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tunnel systems and an ISIL tunnel entrance. - Near Haditha, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL bunkers, two ISIL vehicles, and an ISIL rocket system. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL checkpoint, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Rawah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL buildings and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL building, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 2, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 2, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq July 1. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 18 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and two ISIL antennas, destroying four ISIL vehicles, three ISIL bunkers, an ISIL structure and an ISIL building - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Abyad, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL structure. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL building. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying nine ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL recoilless rifle, an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL tunnel system and an ISIL cave. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL mortar systems and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL structure - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, two ISIL mortar firing positions and an ISIL fighting position, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Rawah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL bulldozer. - Near Sinjar, four airstrikes struck three ISIL staging areas and an ISIL heavy machine gun, destroying two ISIL buildings. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. July 1, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, July 1, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 30. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The coalition continues to use air power responsibly," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "Highly precise deliveries, detailed weaponeering, in-depth target development, collateral damage mitigation and maximized effects on Daesh, are characteristics of coalition airstrike operation in Iraq and Syria." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Abyad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike destroyed seven ISIL vehicles. - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL mortar systems and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL building. - Near Rawah, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Sinjar three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL sniper position, destroying an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. - Near Waleed, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 30, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 30, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 29. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Anti-Daesh fighters in Northern Syria have proven to be a dependable and effective force," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “The Coalition will continue to support them in a myriad of ways, including airstrikes.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, seven airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL vehicles, an ISIL armored personnel carrier and an ISIL tank. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL excavator. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL excavator. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL tunnel system. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL vehicles. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying an ISIL building. - Near Waleed, one airstrike destroyed three armored personnel carriers. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 29, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 29, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 28. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Coalition airstrikes increase Daesh viscosity, as its capabilities are removed and its freedom of movement is impacted," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL crane. - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying eight ISIL boats, three ISIL vehicles, two ISIL bunkers, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL mortar system. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL logistics compound and an ISIL staging area. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and three ISIL heavy machine guns, destroying four ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, five airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, three ISIL bunkers and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying two ISIL mortar firing positions, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 28, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 28, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 27. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “Coalition airstrikes routinely deprive Daesh of key combat capabilities, which creates opportunities for our partners on the ground,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “These opportunities allow our partners in Iraq and Syria to be successful against these terrorists.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Aleppo, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL staging area, destroying five ISIL excavators, two ISIL fighting positions, an artillery piece and a mortar system. - Near Kobani, nine airstrikes struck three large and five small ISIL tactical units, destroying 10 ISIL vehicles, four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Tal Abyad, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL tanks and an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery piece and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Habbaniyah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL rocket propelled grenade. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL heavy machine gun position, destroying two ISIL buildings, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL weapons cache. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 27, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 27, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 26. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “Coalition airstrikes maintain pressure on Daesh across northern Syria, including their stronghold in Ar Raqqah, Syria,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “Daesh’s retreat at Tal Abyad, combined with defeats across northern Syria by anti-ISIL forces, provides an assessment about Daesh credibility as an effective conventional fighting force.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL tank and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL assembly area. - Near Ar Raqqah, five airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying five ISIL excavators, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL remotely piloted aircraft. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL boats, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Abyad, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL buildings, an ISIL cache, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL vehicle. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL mortar tube. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL heavy machine gun firing position, destroying an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. Correction to the June 23 airstrike release; in which we reported there was a total of 14 airstrikes conducted in Iraq. Due to an administrative error there was only 13 airstrikes conducted in Iraq. We apologize for the error. June 26, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 26, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 25. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “The coalition struck multiple Daesh terrorist targets in northern Syria,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “Many of these strikes were in response to Daesh attacks against anti-ISIL forces, who repelled all attempts by the terrorists to take ground.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL excavator. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Kobani, 10 airstrikes struck two large and six small ISIL tactical units, destroying six ISIL vehicles, three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL mortar firing positions and two ISIL staging areas. - Near Tal Abyad, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL vehicles, destroying an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying two ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL structure, an ISIL staging area and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL checkpoint, an ISIL staging area and an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL mortar firing position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 25, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 25, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 24. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “Coalition aircrew legerity underpins the success of the air campaign,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “Their contributions each and every day to this fight cannot be overstated.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tank. - Near Tal Abyad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL road. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL structure. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL bunker. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL fighting position and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck two ISIL staging areas, destroying two ISIL vehicles. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL staging areas and an ISIL mortar firing position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 24, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 24, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 23. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted one airstrike using bomber aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “The coalition is dedicated to protecting noncombatants while striking Daesh targets,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “We strike with precision while always considering the appropriate level of risk and proportionality.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Tal Abyad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Iraq - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL staging area. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, four airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL staging areas, destroying three ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 23, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 23, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 22. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “Coalition air power provides a significant advantage for ground forces in hybrid warfare,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “We see this materializing daily in support of our enabled partners within the battlespace.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Tal Abyad, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike destroyed seven ISIL rocket rails. - Near Hit, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL anti-aircraft weapon. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL staging area, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck multiple ISIL staging areas. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL bunker. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Waleed, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 22, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 22, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 21. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 22 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “The coalition struck Daesh in northern Syria,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “Anti-ISIL forces in northern Syria have proven to be an effective and dependable force.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL excavator, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Abyad, five airstrikes struck one large and four small ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL excavator and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Habbaniyah, one airstrike struck an ISIL rocket firing position. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL vehicles. - Near Hit, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL structure. - Near Makhmur, three airstrikes struck an ISIL VBIED factory. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units, an ISIL rocket firing position and an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL building, an ISIL motorcycle and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL staging areas, destroying three ISIL tunnel systems, two ISIL bunkers, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL cache and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL tunnel system, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL mortar firing position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 21, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 21, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 20. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 18 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The coalition’s air power asymmetric advantages continue to yield successes," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "Strike, reconnaissance, surveillance and tactical lift platforms have performed superbly." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Tal Abyad, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL heavy machine gun. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL IED, an ISIL structure and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Rutbah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL supply truck. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes struck an ISIL safe house and an ISIL headquarters. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL rocket and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL mortar system, three ISIL fighting positions and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying two ISIL buildings and an ISIL heavy machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 20, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 20, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 19. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “A coalition airstrike hit a Daesh checkpoint near Al Qaim, Iraq,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “The desired effect of such strikes is to reduce their ability to restrict the movement of, and extort from, the population in Daesh held areas.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Tal Abyad, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL checkpoint, destroying an ISIL storage container. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL VBIEDs and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Mosul, six airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, three ISIL staging areas and an ISIL tank, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL sniper position. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 19, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 19, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 18. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “Overnight, the coalition continued to strike Daesh crude oil collection points in Syria,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “Attacking Daesh revenue generation activities remains a priority for the coalition.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL vehicles. - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck an ISIL weapons manufacturing building. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, four airstrikes struck three ISIL crude oil collection points. - Near Tal Abyad, five airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL mortar system. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL bunkers and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL rocket firing position and an ISIL structure, destroying an ISIL excavator, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL rocket and an ISIL tank. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns and four ISIL structures. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 18, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 18, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 17. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes using bomber, attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Daesh fielded terrorist forces were the focus of today's strikes," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. "This enables our ground force partners to operate from a tactical advantage." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL tunnel systems. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Abyad, four airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL excavator. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL pontoon bridge. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL rocket rails and an ISIL bunker - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck multiple defensive obstacles and fighting positions. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL heavy machine guns, two ISIL buildings and an ISIL excavator. - Near Tal Afar, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL bunker and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying two ISIL buildings, two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL VBIED Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 17, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 17, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 16. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "As part of our campaign, Daesh is being systematically removed from the battlefield," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "Coalition aviation, combined with ground force maneuver, forms an accelerant for these activities." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL antenna arrays and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL resupply vehicle and an ISIL weapons cache - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Bayji, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL armored vehicles. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing positon, destroying an ISIL structure. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns, three ISIL fighting positons, three ISIL tunnel entrances, an ISIL structure and an ISIL rocket propelled grenade. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 16, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA - June 16, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 15. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Our airstrikes are targeting Daesh terrorists throughout Iraq and Syria," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. "Kurdish successes, enabled by Coalition airstrikes, are exposing Daesh military capabilities and terrorists for subsequent removal from the battlefield." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL excavator. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Abyad, five airstrikes struck three large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL structure. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL structure. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, seven airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying an ISIL excavator, an ISIL rocket system, an ISIL structure and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying three ISIL structures, two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 15, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 15, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 14. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using attack and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “Coalition airstrikes are exacting a high price on Daesh terrorists across Iraq and Syria,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “Since fall 2014, Kurdish forces in both Iraq and Syria, enabled by the Coalition, have only taken territory from Daesh, never ceding it.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL motorcycles, two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL tunnel systems and an ISIL communication tower. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying an ISIL tunnel entrance and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, one airstrike destroyed six ISIL bunkers. - Near Makhmur, four airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit, two ISIL staging areas and an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns, two ISIL structures and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck two ISIL mortar firing positions, an ISIL rocket firing positon and an ISIL rocket system. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings, two ISIL heavy machine guns, two ISIL tunnel systems and an ISIL rocket propelled grenade. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL mortar firing position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL vehicle. June 13, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 13, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 12. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using attack and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “The Coalition continues to strike Daesh terrorists in complex and congested urban terrain in Iraq and Syria,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “Although urban terrain hinders force movements during conventional military operations, the vertical dimension combined with state-of-the-art technology, allows coalition air forces the ability to successfully support our partners at the tactical level.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL vehicles, two ISIL fuel tankers and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Bayji, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL rocket firing positon. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck two ISIL mortar firing positions, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL structure. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL sniper positon, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns and three ISIL structures. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 12, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 12, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 10. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “Airstrikes today continue to attack Daesh support zones as well as Daesh tactical units engaging friendly forces,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “Attacking support zones impacts Daesh morale and their ability to sustain the fight in forward tactical battle areas.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL rocket system. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, four airstrikes struck four ISIL crude oil collection points. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL mortar firing position. Iraq - Near Kirkuk, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL checkpoint and an ISIL staging area. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL excavator, an ISIL tank and an ISIL artillery piece. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and an ISIL rocket, destroying five ISIL structures, two ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL mortar firing position and an ISIL rocket propelled grenade. - Near Walweed, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 11, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 11, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 10. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Coalition aircrew professionalism continues to be the catalyst for successful strike operations within the complex battlespace of Syria and Iraq where the combatant/civilian distinction is blurred," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "Aircrews, as well as our Strike Approval Authorities, employ tactical patience, methodical procedures, proportionality and process integrity as they execute their actions in accordance with the Law of Armed Conflict." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Ar Raqqah, seven airstrikes struck six ISIL tactical units, destroying seven ISIL improvised rocket assisted munitions, two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL resupply points, two ISIL VBIEDs, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL VBIED warehouse. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, four airstrikes struck four ISIL crude oil collection points. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL building and an ISIL mortar firing position. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL vehicles and three ISIL structures. - Near Haditha, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar firing position. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage and an ISIL heavy machine gun, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying three ISIL structures, two ISIL rocket propelled grenades, an ISIL bunker, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL tunnel system. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL mortar firing positions, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 10, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 10, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 9. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Coalition Combat Air Patrols (CAPs) are airborne continuously over the operations area, providing rapid, flexible and lethal fires to our partners engaged in the fight against Daesh," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "Having armed aircraft airborne and ready to strike in synchronization with ground force maneuver or Daesh observed activities on a nonlinear battlefield, is a key component of the Campaign's successes to date." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Ar Raqqah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL crude oil collection point. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL resupply vehicle. - Near Bayji, five airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL building and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar system, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar system, destroying an ISIL building, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike truck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL mortar firing position and an ISIL building, destroying five ISIL buildings, an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an an ISIL rocket propelled grenade cache. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, two ISIL mortar systems, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL rocket firing position, destroying three ISIL buildings, an ISIL rocket and an ISIL tunnel system. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 9, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 9, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 8. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “The Coalition employs a detailed process involving technical and tactical means to verify the results of each airstrike executed,” said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. “This allows the Coalition, with relative certainty, to provide post-strike analysis of the impact and effect each strike is having on Daesh terrorists and their capabilities.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Kobani, six airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, destroying three resupply boats, an ISIL excavator, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL structures. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck two ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying two ISIL buildings, two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying five ISIL buildings, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL rocket system and an ISIL rocket propelled grenade. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 8, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 8, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq June 7. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using bomber, attack and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “We have conducted nearly 1,900 dynamic airstrikes during the campaign in Iraq, enabled by coalition Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs) located in our Combined Joint Operations Centers, which have resulted in the destruction of approximately 70 VBIEDS, 800 vehicles (technical and tactical), 650 buildings/facilities, 600 fighting positions and 60 boats in the possession of Daesh,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “These JTACs have access to fused intelligence, operational situational awareness tools, direct communications with coalition aircraft, and real-time surveillance and reconnaissance assets, which has allowed them to be a highly effective component of the strike process and its effectiveness on the battlefield.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Dayr Az Zawr, two airstrikes struck two ISIL crude oil collection points. - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying seven ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL IED facility. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL tanker and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes destroyed two ISIL staging positions and seven ISIL vehicles. - Near Hit, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck two ISIL mortar firing positions. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL staging area, destroying two ISIL vehicles. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL mortar system, destroying two ISIL buildings, an ISIL rocket propelled grenade and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL mortar firing position, destroying an ISIL tunnel entrance. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 4, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 4, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., June 3, and 8 a.m., June 4, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The application of Coalition pressure on Daesh C2, logistics and tactical-level terrorists continues," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "The cumulative effect of this pressure is advancing the incapacitation of Daesh systematically." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units, destroying seven ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying six ISIL excavators and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and two ISIL mortar positions, destroying an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL structure. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying an ISIL VBIED. - Near Mosul, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns, three ISIL buildings and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL heavy machine guns and two ISIL buildings. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 3, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 3, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., June 2, and 8 a.m., June 3, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 18 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. The coalition struck Daesh targets in 10 different locations across Iraq," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. "These strikes were in support of our ISF partners and their efforts to drive out Daesh terrorists." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit, destroying six ISIL fighting positions. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL armored vehicle. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL VBIED facility. - Near Ar Rutbah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying three ISIL vehicles. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying five ISIL structures, two ISIL IEDs and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL tunnel system, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. June 2, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, June 2, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., June 1, and 8 a.m., June 2, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and bomber aircraft against ISIL terrorists. “Coalition strikes compliment ground force activities against Daesh across Iraq and Syria,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. “Coalition advise and assist elements and build partner capacity trainers remain an essential component of our partner’s ability to be successful in an environment of non-linearity.” The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck three large and one small ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL command and control facility, an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL truck and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Kobani, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL buildings and three ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL mortar system. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 31, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL Terrorists in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 31, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 31, and 8 a.m., June 1, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, nine airstrikes struck eight ISIL tactical units, destroying seven ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL airfield. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying 13 ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying an ISIL resupply vehicle. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL staging areas, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL VBIED facility, destroying two ISIL buildings, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL rocket launcher. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL crane. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL mortar positions, destroying two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 29, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 29, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 28, and 8 a.m., May 29, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using bomber, and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 20 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The Coalition strikes Daesh with extreme precision," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "The efficient application of weapons, the weapon-to-target-to-effect match and a proven Coalition strike process has combined to produce devastating effects on Daesh while at the same time gaining and maintain the trust of our partners on the ground." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL supply cache, an ISIL weapons cache and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Iraq -Near Baghdadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL fighting positon and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. -Near Bayji, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying five ISIL vehicles, two ISIL excavators, an ISIL armored personnel carrier and an ISIL armored vehicle. -Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying an ISIL boat, an ISIL river crossing point and an ISIL vehicle. -Near Makhmur, three airstrikes struck an ISIL fighting positon and an ISIL staging area, destroying an ISIL excavator. -Near Ramadi, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL fighting positons. -Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage, destroying five ISIL buildings and two ISIL heavy machine guns. -Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL mortar positon, destroying an ISIL fighting positon, an ISIL IED, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL mortar system. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 28, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 28, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 27, and 8 a.m., May 28, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes using attack, and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 20 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Coalition airstrikes struck across Iraq," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. "When Daesh terrorists expose themselves and their equipment, we will strike them." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL trench system, destroying four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, three airstrike struck three ISIL crude oil collection points. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL homemade explosives cache. - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL fighting position. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes destroyed five ISIL vehicles, an ISIL building and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL heavy machine guns, two ISIL armored vehicles and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL mortar position. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL checkpoint and an ISIL staging area, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL trench system. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL mortar position and an ISIL sniper position. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 25, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 25, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 24, and 8 a.m., May 25, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 25 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Kurdish fighters, supported by the Coalition, are forcing Daesh to cede territory in northern Syria at an increasing rate," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR Chief of Staff. "Coalition campaign activities in Syria are achieving effects on Daesh." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, seven airstrikes struck two large and four small ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL checkpoint, an ISIL excavator, an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL vehicle. There were no observed civilian casualties from the airstrikes. Kurdish fighters reported an ISIL VBIED detonation which resulted in an undetermined number of civilians injured in the area. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL excavator and an ISIL tank. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL multiple rocket launcher vehicle. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, five airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL structures, two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL armored excavator, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes destroyed an ISIL dump truck, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL tanker. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery piece and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Hit, one airstrike struck an ISIL VBIED facility. - Near Mosul, nine airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units and an ISIL staging area, destroying four ISIL heavy machine guns, three ISIL buildings, an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL buildings, two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL rocket-propelled grenade. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL vehicle, destroying two ISIL buildings, two ISIL heavy machine guns and two ISIL mortar systems. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 24, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 24, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 23, and 8 a.m., May 24, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The Coalition is continuing to target Daesh support zones throughout the battlespace," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR Chief of Public Affairs. "Striking explosives and weapons manufacturing facilities will advance the pressure on Daesh military capacity." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, nine airstrikes struck two large and three small ISIL tactical units, destroying eight ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL vehicles, an ISIL tank and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Baghdadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Qaim, two airstrikes struck an ISIL homemade explosive manufacturing facility, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings and two ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL weapons manufacturing facility and an ISIL defensive position, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL building and an ISIL tank. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL artillery piece, an ISIL armored personnel carrier, an ISIL armored vehicle, and 15 armored vehicles, two armored personnel carriers and two other support vehicles located in ISIL controlled territory. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL buildings, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL artillery piece. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL mortar position, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns and four ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. Follow-up to Previous Strike Report Near Tawama, Syria, on May 20 coalition military forces conducted two airstrikes using fighter aircraft against a headquarters and training area of a network of veteran al Qaida operatives, sometimes called the "Khorasan Group," who are plotting external attacks against the United States and our allies. The airstrikes destroyed 10 buildings in two separate compounds. There were no observed women, children or non-combatants in the compounds at the time of the strike. May 23, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 23, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 22, and 8 a.m., May 23, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 22 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The Coalition struck Daesh across the depth of our operations area," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "The cumulative effects of operational and tactical-level targeting are impacting Daesh fighting capacity." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL tank and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL semi-truck. - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck a large ISIL large tactical unit, destroying six ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tadmur, one airstrike destroyed six ISIL anti-aircraft artillery systems and an ISIL artillery piece. Iraq - Near Al Asad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL command and control facility, an ISIL structure and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Haditha, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL structure and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL fighting position. - Near Makhmur, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL checkpoint, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL building. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying multiple heavy machine guns, two ISIL VBIEDs, two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL fighting position, and three armored vehicles and a tank in ISIL controlled territory. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL heavy machine guns, two ISIL buildings and two ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 22, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 22, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 21, and 8 a.m., May 22, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using attack and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Daesh continues harassing attacks against the Peshmerga near Sinjar," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. "The KSF, enabled by the Coalition, repeatedly repel these attacks." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, two airstrikes struck two ISIL wellheads. - Near Kobani, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting positon. Iraq - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes destroyed five ISIL buildings. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL tunnel systems, an ISIL motorcycle, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL cache. - Near Ramadi, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying five ISIL armored vehicles, two ISIL tanks, two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL armored personnel carrier, three ISIL IEDs, five abandoned tanks, two abandoned armored personnel carriers and two abandoned armored vehicles. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL buildings, two ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL mortar system. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 21, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 21, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 20, and 8 a.m., May 21, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Despite the setback in Ramadi, the Coalition continues to apply pressure on Daesh across Iraq and Syria in line with the campaign plan to defeat Daesh," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "This campaign will take time, and we remain focused on fully supporting the government of Iraq in their operations throughout the country." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL trench system, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Aleppo, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL fighting positons, two ISIL mortar positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL structure. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Makhmur, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL tunnel system, destroying three ISIL buildings and three ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings and two ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tunnel system, destroying an ISIL VBIED. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 20, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 20, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 19, and 8 a.m., May 20, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Our airstrikes struck Daesh elements near along the Euphrates river valley," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. "The Coalition applies significant mitigation measures in our targeting process and during the conduct of strike operations to reduce the risks of collateral damage and non-combatant casualties." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, seven airstrikes struck two large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL vehicles, two ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL armored vehicles and an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery system. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Al Asad, six airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL structures, an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Huwayjah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL structure and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck a large ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL buildings. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL weapons manufacturing facility and an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL buildings, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 19, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 19, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 18, and 8 a.m., May 19, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "In northern Syria, Daesh continues to cede military capacity, fighters and terrain," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "The Coalition remains committed to targeting Daesh across Iraq and Syria." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, seven airstrikes struck two large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying seven ISIL vehicles, three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL armored vehicles and an ISIL shipping container. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit, destroying six ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL staging area, destroying an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL resupply vehicle. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL excavator. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL rocket firing position, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 17, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 17, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 16, and 8 a.m., May 17, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using bomber, attack and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 18 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying six ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL vehicles, two ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL motorcycle and an ISIL excavator. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL building. Iraq - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying six ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL excavator. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck two ISIL staging areas. - Near Ramadi, seven airstrikes struck one large and five small ISIL tactical units and an ISIL IED facility, destroying four ISIL resupply structures, three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL buildings, two ISIL heavy machine guns, an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL heavy machine guns and two ISIL buildings. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 16, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 16, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 15, and 8 a.m., May 16, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes using bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The Coalition continues to strike Daesh terrorist targets in and around Ramadi, Iraq" said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "Our ISF partners are fighting to retain this terrain, and we are resolved to support them with intelligence, planning assistance and airstrikes in this important effort." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL heavy machine gun. Iraq - Near Al Hawijah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL encampment, destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL structures and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL buildings, two ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes struck one large and three small ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL vehicles, three ISIL structures, two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings, an ISIL cache, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. May 14, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 14, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 12, and 8 a.m., May 13, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The Coalition again struck Daesh targets around Mosul," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. "These strikes help set the conditions for future operations to liberate the city from Daesh terrorists." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL trench system, destroying six ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL tank. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kobani, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying 10 ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area, destroying an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL mortar position. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying six ISIL heavy machine guns and five ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 11, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 11, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 10, and 8 a.m., May 11, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Our strikes in Syria are having a significant effect on Daesh forces," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. "These strikes represent increased pressure against Daesh leadership, and result from Daesh repeatedly ceding territory to Kurdish forces." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, six airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL vehicles, two ISIL mortar positions, four ISIL heavy machine guns and an ISIL supply point. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL mortar position and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Haditha, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL fighting position and struck land features denying ISIL a tactical advantage. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying four ISIL buildings and three ISIL heavy machine guns. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. May 9, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 9, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 7, and 8 a.m., May 8, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using attack, bomber fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The coalition is striking to secure current operational objectives and prepare for future operations," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "In addition to airstrikes, the coalition continues to train the ISF and KSF to provide security to the population and restore the territorial integrity of Iraq." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Asad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building. - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying six ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL armored personnel carrier. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying seven ISIL buildings and destroying nine ISIL heavy machine guns. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. May 8, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 8, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 7, and 8 a.m., May 8, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using attack, bomber fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The coalition is striking to secure current operational objectives and prepare for future operations," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. "In addition to airstrikes, the coalition continues to train the ISF and KSF to provide security to the population and restore the territorial integrity of Iraq." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Asad, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building. - Near Al Qaim, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying six ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL armored personnel carrier. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying seven ISIL buildings and destroying nine ISIL heavy machine guns. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. May 7, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 7, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 6, and 8 a.m., May 7, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using attack and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The coalition strikes in Mosul represent increased pressure against Daesh," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. "The coalition continues to conduct successful strikes upon Daesh units, fighting positions, and safe havens, which is limiting their freedom of movement within Iraq." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying 12 ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL trench system and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL generator. - Near Bayji, six airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL structures, an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck two ISIL fighting positions, destroying an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. May 5, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 5, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 4, and 8 a.m., May 5, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted one airstrike using attack aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Our counter-Daesh strategy calls for Coalition forces to conduct a systematic air campaign in Iraq and Syria," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. "This enables us to continue the reduction of Daesh capabilities." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck one large and two small ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL structures, an ISIL warehouse, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL rocket-propelled grenade. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL structures, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL mortar tube. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck three ISIL fighting positions, destroying an ISIL excavator. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit, destroying three ISIL structures, three ISIL tanks and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. May 4, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 4, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Iraq between 8 a.m., May 3, and 8 a.m., May 4, local time. In Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 22 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "In support of the government of Iraq, the coalition continues to make progress against Daesh in the region by striking military resources such as caches and weapon systems," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR chief of staff. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - CJTF-OIR conducted no airstrikes in Syria between 8 a.m., May 3, and 8 a.m., May 4, local time. Iraq - Near Al Asad, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL excavators. - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL staging areas. - Near Al Qaim, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, eight airstrikes struck one large and five small ISIL tactical units, destroying five ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL buildings, an ISIL command and control facility, an ISIL mortar system, and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying five ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike destroyed four ISIL caches. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL buildings and two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL fighting positions, destroying an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. May 3, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 3, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 2, and 8 a.m., May 3, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted an airstrike using fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The precision Coalition strikes in Mosul are dismantling Daesh's command and control and military capabilities, effectively diminishing their capacity to conduct operations," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR chief of public affairs. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Ar Rutbah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, five airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL mortar tube, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL defensive position. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck one large and one small ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL buildings, an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL excavators and an ISIL mortar system. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. May 2, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 2, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., May 1, and 8 a.m., May 2, local time. In Syria, coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes using remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, three airstrikes struck land features denying ISIL tactical advantage. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL VBIED, destroying two ISIL staging points. - Near Fallujah, five airstrikes struck one large and three small ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL mortar tube and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL staging areas and two ISIL excavators. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings and two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. May 1, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, May 1, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 30, and 8 a.m., May 1, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The Coalition continues its commitment to defeating Daesh with airstrikes, surveillance, intelligence, advise and assist elements, and Build Partner Capacity trainers in Iraq and Syria, which enables Iraqi and Kurdish forces to counter Daesh, reestablish the border, retake lost terrain and restore stability and security," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR Chief of Public Affairs. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL excavator. - Near Dayr Az Zawr, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, six airstrikes struck an ISIL large and three small tactical units, destroying seven ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL defensive position. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position, and an ISIL resupply cache. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 30, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 30, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 29, and 8 a.m., April 30, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The coalition remains undistracted in the execution of the mission," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR Chief of Staff. "Our focus continues to be dismantling and defeating Daesh." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL fighting position, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL trench system. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL armored vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL weapon system. - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck an ISIL large and three small tactical units, destroying three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL staging area, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL structure. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL excavators, an ISIL building and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 29, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 29, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 28, and 8 a.m., April 29, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Iraqi Security Forces are in a tough fight in Bayji and Ramadi," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR Chief of Public Affairs. "However, the coalition will continue to support them with all requested military capabilities within our means." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck an ISIL large and two small tactical units, destroying five ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Al Huwayjah, five airstrikes struck three ISIL staging areas and an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL VBIEDS and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, five airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units, destroying four ISIL vehicles, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL warehouse. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL trench complex. - Near Mosul, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike destroyed three ISIL tanker trucks. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL crane, an ISIL weapons cache and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 28, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 28, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 27, and 8 a.m., April 28, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using attack and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL fighting positions, destroying an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Kobani, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL staging areas. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL warehouses and an ISIL motorcycle. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL VBIEDs, an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and two ISIL checkpoints, destroying two ISIL excavators, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL excavator, an ISIL building and an ISIL machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 26, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 26, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 26, and 8 a.m., April 27, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using attack, bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 26 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using attack, bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The Coalition struck Daesh military capabilities with a total of 31 successful airstrikes," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR Chief of Public Affairs. "A successful campaign against Daesh will take time, and will require a sustained, united and coordinated response." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck eight ISIL fighting positions. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying five ISIL fighting positions and ISIL heavy machine gun. Iraq - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Bayji, seven airstrikes struck six ISIL tactical units, destroying three ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL vehicles, an ISIL warehouse and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Fallujah, eight airstrikes struck seven ISIL tactical units, destroying five ISIL fighting positions, three ISIL mortar tubes, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, two ISIL mortar positions and an ISIL staging area. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying a recoilless rifle. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL mortar position, destroying an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 24, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 24, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 23, and 8 a.m., April 24, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes using fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Daesh terrorists attempt to intimidate and extort the population in areas under their control through such techniques as checkpoints," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR Chief of Public Affairs. "The Coalition uses precision air strikes and reconnaissance, which limits Daesh's grip on the population." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL boat. Iraq - Near Fallujah, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, two ISIL fighting positions, destroying an ISIL IED and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck an ISIL checkpoint, destroying four ISIL heavy machine guns, three ISIL buildings, two ISIL excavators and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL culvert. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 23, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 23, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 22, and 8 a.m., April 23, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes using attack, fighter and bomber aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The Coalition struck Daesh forces in nine different locations across Iraq and Syria," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR Chief of Public Affairs. "We are working very closely with our partners to find and strike Daesh with precision fires." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL command and control facility. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL Stryker vehicles, destroying an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Fallujah, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL security headquarters, destroying an ISIL excavator. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL sniper position, an ISIL house-borne IED and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike destroyed three ISIL buildings and three ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 22, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 22, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 21, and 8 a.m., April 22, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The Coalition continues to provide exceptional support to our partners in Iraq and Syria," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR Chief of Staff. "These strikes are achieving a significant effect on Daesh's ability to move, assemble, communicate and conduct operations. We will continue to hit Daesh forces and military equipment wherever they present themselves across the battlespace." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying five ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, six airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units, destroying 14 ISIL fighting positions and ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL command and control facility, destroying an ISIL dump truck, an ISIL motorcycle, an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL artillery piece. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large and two small tactical units, destroying two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Rawah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large and small tactical unit, destroying three ISIL buildings, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL heavy machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 21, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 21, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 20, and 8 a.m., April 21, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes using attack, fighter and bomber aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 22 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. These 22 strikes are a result of the Iraqi Security and Kurdish Forces conducting simultaneous offensive operations. "The Coalition is continuing to target Daesh in and around Mosul," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR Chief of Public Affairs. "The deliberate strike on a Daesh IED factory highlights the coalition's ability to target Daesh weapons production capabilities." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL checkpoint, destroying four ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL vehicle and two ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL building and an ISIL excavator. - Near Al Huwayjah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapons, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Fallujah, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroying an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL IED. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area, an ISIL IED factory and multiple ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large and small tactical unit, destroying three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying three ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL heavy machine guns, two ISIL buildings and an ISIL recoilless rifle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 20, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 20, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 19, and 8 a.m., April 20, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrike using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 26 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "We have seen a lot of Coalition strike support over the reporting period," said CJTF-OIR Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley. "In just about every case, offensive ground activities in both Iraq and Syria, force Daesh to present themselves where they can be targeted. Layered Coalition support, including aviation fires, reconnaissance, intelligence, and advise and assist elements, remains the key enabler to Iraqi and Kurdish operations to dismantle and defeat Daesh." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL mortar position and destroying an ISIL fighting position. - Near Kobani, seven airstrikes struck seven ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL mortar tube and an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon. Iraq - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Rutbah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, eight airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, destroying two ISIL VBIEDS, an ISIL machine gun, an ISIL artillery piece, an ISIL ammo storage facility and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL staging area, destroying an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area, destroying four ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL excavator. - Near Ramadi, five airstrikes struck an ISIL large and two ISIL small tactical units, destroying an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroying two ISIL buildings and an ISIL heavy machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 19, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 19, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 18, and 8 a.m., April 19, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted an airstrike using attack aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "We have witnessed continued, simultaneous successes on the ground in Iraq, most notably in Northern Iraq," said Combined Joint Task Force Public Affairs Officer Col. Wayne Marotto. "All of the coalition airstrikes reported today were dynamic in nature, directly supported forces on the ground from Sinjar in the far North to Ramadi, in Central Iraq, and maintained the ongoing degradation of ISIL." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and two ISIL sniper positions. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large and smaller tactical unit, destroyed an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapon, an ISIL machine gun and three ISIL vehicles. - Near Kirkuk, three airstrikes struck two ISIL large and one smaller tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroyed an ISIL structure, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 18, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 18, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 16, and 8 a.m., April 17, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes using attack and bomber aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Today's airstrike details highlight that clearly identifiable ISIL units, equipment, leadership and vehicles will be struck with utmost precision through our dynamic targeting process,” said Combined Joint Task Force Public Affairs Officer Col. Wayne Marotto. "These strikes, conducted on a daily basis, have lasting results as they degrade ISIL's fighting capability and allow the ISF the ability to go on the offensive." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions. - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck one ISIL tactical unit and destroyed one ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and two ISIL heavy machine guns, destroyed one other ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL check point and an ISIL excavator. - Near Al Asad, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, three ISIL vehicles and one ISIL excavator. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL vehicles and one ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike destroyed one ISIL building and struck and ISIL fighting position. - Near Hit, one airstrike struck one ISIL tactical unit and destroyed one ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, one airstrike struck one ISIL tactical unit and destroyed one ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 17, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 17, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 16, and 8 a.m., April 17, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes using attack and bomber aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Air strikes were conducted yesterday throughout the breadth of Iraq and into Syria, as the coalition continues the fight against Daesh,” said CJTF-OIR Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley. “The steady, continuous pressure being applied by ground forces and coalition airstrikes is degrading Daesh and clearly inhibiting their operational freedom, span of control, military capacity and fighter morale." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Kobani, six airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, destroyed eight ISIL fighting positions, five ISIL vehicles and two ISIL motorcycles. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL excavator. - Near Bayji, five airstrikes struck five ISIL tactical units, destroyed four ISIL vehicles, three ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Hit, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL fighting position and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 16, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 16, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 15, and 8 a.m., April 16, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted an airstrike using attack aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 19 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "In support of multiple simultaneous ISF operations in both Anbar and Salah ad-Din provinces, Coalition aircraft conducted over a dozen coordinated dynamic airstrikes," said CJTF-OIR Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley. "These strikes remove Daesh's ability to mass fighters, destroys their equipment and their leaders, and denies them the ability to establish positional advantage on the battlefield." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike struck an ISIL weapons storage facility. - Near Ar Rutbah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, eight airstrikes struck two large and four smaller tactical units, destroyed two ISIL structures, an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL crossing point and destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL trench line and destroyed an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes destroyed an ISIL bridge, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 15, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 15, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 14, and 8 a.m., April 15, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes, using attack and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "After detailed analysis, planning and coordination, a deliberate coalition airstrike was conducted in Mosul," said, CJTF-OIR Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley. "These deliberate airstrikes demonstrate the ability of the coalition to pursue a deliberate campaign plan while also providing dynamic air support to ongoing ISF ground operations." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroyed six ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL tunnel and an ISIL bunker. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Bayji, nine airstrikes struck two large and six smaller tactical units, destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL armored personnel carrier. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed an ISIL building, an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 14, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 14, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 13, and 8 a.m., April 14, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes, using fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 15 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Yesterday, coalition strike and reconnaissance assets directly supported Iraqi Security Force's operations in Bayji with seven dynamic airstrikes," said, CJTF-OIR Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley. "The ISF, enabled by the coalition, continues to deny ISIL small unit attacks and maintained their positions within the Bayji Oil Refinery." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroyed four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, seven airstrikes struck one large and two smaller tactical units, two ISIL excavators, destroyed 11 ISIL buildings, four ISIL vehicles, two ISIL excavators, two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL warehouse, an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes destroyed two ISIL bridges and an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL headquarters. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, destroyed four ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL vehicles and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed two ISIL buildings, and an ISIL rocket-propelled grenadier. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 13, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 13, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 12, and 8 a.m., April 13, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes, using bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "These strikes on Daesh formations near Bayji reduce their numbers and limit their ability to conduct operations," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR Spokesman. "Coalition strikes continue to degrade Daesh's capabilities across Iraq and Syria. We will continue to support the ISF and the Government of Iraq against this threat." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed five ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, six airstrikes struck six ISIL tactical units, destroyed an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Ramadi, four airstrikes destroyed seven ISIL buildings, an ISIL checkpoint and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed two ISIL buildings and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and two ISIL heavy machine guns. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 12, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 12, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 11, and 8 a.m., April 12, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes, using bomber and fighter aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Deliberate strikes in Mosul continue to degrade Daesh and set the conditions for future operations," said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF-OIR Chief of Staff. "The Coalition will continue to apply pressure on Daesh elements throughout all of Iraq as we make steady progress in degrading and dismantling Daesh's military capabilities in support of the Government of Iraq." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, three airstrikes destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck one ISIL tactical unit and one ISIL rocket fire team and destroyed one excavator. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes destroyed seven ISIL excavators and one ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck one tactical unit, destroyed three buildings and three fighting positions. - Near Hit, an airstrike struck a checkpoint. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and a fighting position. - Near Huwayjah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 11, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 11, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 10, and 8 a.m., April 11, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes, using bomber, fighter and attack aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, six airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions and three ISIL vehicles. - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck a large and a tactical ISIL unit and destroyed four vehicles. Iraq - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck one ISIL tactical unit and one ISIL rocket fire team and destroyed one excavator. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes destroyed seven ISIL excavators and one ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck one tactical unit, destroyed three buildings and three fighting positions. - Near Hit, an airstrike struck a checkpoint. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and a fighting position. - Near Huwayjah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 10, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 10, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 9, and 8 a.m., April 10, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes, using bomber, fighter and attack aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The Syrian strikes support continued advances of Kurdish forces in the northern part of the country" said Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley, CJTF Chief of Staff. "Likewise, complementary strikes in Iraq that support multiple on-going operations by the ISF and KSF, combine to produce ever increasing lethal pressure on Daesh throughout both Syria and Iraq." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four vehicles. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed seven ISIL excavators and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL IED position and destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings and three ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 9, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 9, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 8, and 8 a.m., April 9, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes, using bomber, fighter and attack aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "Our coalition capability to degrade ISIL continues to grow, with the first airstrikes conducted by Canada in Syria,” said Combined Joint Task Force Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. Thomas Weidley. "It is the collective efforts of all nations and the power of the coalition that foreshadows the defeat of ISIL and the threat they pose." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, two ISIL vehicles and destroyed five ISIL vehicles and an ISIL tank. - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike struck an ISIL military garrison. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL tunnel system and destroyed an ISIL vehicle in the surrounding areas. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL mortar tube, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed three ISIL heavy machine guns, two ISIL buildings, two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL excavator and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Canada, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 8, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 8, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq between 8 a.m., April 7, and 8 a.m., April 8, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted two airstrikes, using bomber and attack aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Kobani, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL mortar system. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 7, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 7, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria and Iraq, between 8 a.m., April 6, and 8 a.m., April 7, local time. In Syria, Coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes, using bomber and remotely-piloted aircraft. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "These strikes, like all those we've conducted in Iraq, were coordinated with and approved by the Government of Iraq," said Col. Wayne Marotto, CJTF-OIR spokesman. "This coordination allows the Coalition to deliver precise strikes in support of the Iraqi Security Forces' efforts to counter Daesh." The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Aleppo, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes destroyed six ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Ar Rutbah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL vehicle and destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, destroyed an ISIL excavator, an ISIL mortar tube, an ISIL vehicle, and an ISIL-created dam. - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL heavy machine guns, three ISIL buildings, an ISIL artillery piece and an ISIL mortar position. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL excavators. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 6, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 6, 2015 - On April 5, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct five airstrikes. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., April 5, and 8 a.m., April 6, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed eight fighting positions, an ISIL tunnel system and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL buildings. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL mortar positions and an ISIL sniper position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 5, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 5, 2015 - On April 4, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct three airstrikes. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., April 4, and 8 a.m., April 5, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed five fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL armored personnel carrier. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck 10 IED facilities. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL IED production facility and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and United States. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 4, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 4, 2015 - On April 3, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack and bomber aircraft to conduct six airstrikes. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., April 3, and 8 a.m., April 4, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed nine ISIL fighting positions, one ISIL vehicle, and one ISIL building. - Near Hasakah, an airstrike struck one ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed one ISIL machine gun and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed one ISIL fighting position. - Near Al Huwayjah, an airstrike had no effect. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL machine guns and an ISIL rifle. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck one large ISIL unit, one ISIL tactical unit and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL machine guns, an ISIL bull dozer, an ISIL vehicle, and an ISIL rifle. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 3, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 3, 2015 - On April 2, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack and bomber aircraft to conduct six airstrikes. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., April 2, and 8 a.m., April 3, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL excavator. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Rawah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL excavators and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 2, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 2, 2015 - Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct three airstrikes. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., April 1, and 8 a.m., April 2, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL building. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL mortar tube. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. April 1, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, April 1, 2015 - On March 31, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter, attack and bomber aircraft to conduct seven airstrikes. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 31, and 8 a.m., April 1, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, three ISIL vehicles and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings and two ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Mosul, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL artillery piece. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL tent shelter. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 31, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 31, 2015 - On March 30, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber aircraft to conduct an airstrike. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using attack, fighter and bomber aircraft against ISIL terrorists. "The strategy has not changed," said Col. Wayne Marotto, Combined Joint Task Force Public Affairs Officer. "The focus remains to drive ISIL out of Iraq. We have struck at ISIL's command and control, supply lines, fighters and leaders, and military and economic infrastructure and resources. We have debilitated ISIL's oil producing, processing and transportation infrastructure. We are seeing successes in this fight. It will take time, but we will succeed in our mission." All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 30, and 8 a.m., March 31, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, one ISIL checkpoint and destroyed 31 ISIL vehicles and two ISIL anti-aircraft artillery weapons. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, destroyed an ISIL building and suppressed ISIL movement. - Near Tikrit, an airstrike struck multiple ISIL buildings. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 30, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 30, 2015 - On March 29, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Iraq, using fighter, attack and bomber aircraft to conduct seven airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 29, and 8 a.m., March 30, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - CJTF-OIR conducted no airstrikes in Syria between 8 a.m., March 29, and 8 a.m., March 30, local time. Iraq - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck multiple ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL rocket launcher and an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Tikrit, three airstrikes struck multiple ISIL buildings and destroyed two ISIL armored vehicles. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 26, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 26, 2015 - Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve operations in support of Iraqi Security Forces in Tikrit commenced last night after a request from the Government of Iraq. In Tikrit, Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Tikrit, Iraq - In Tikrit, 17 airstrikes struck an ISIL building, two ISIL bridges, three ISIL checkpoints, two ISIL staging areas, two ISIL berms, an ISIL roadblock and an ISIL controlled command and control facility. "The ongoing Iraqi and Coalition air strikes are setting the conditions for offensive action to be conducted by Iraqi forces currently surrounding Tikrit," said Lt. Gen. James Terry. "Iraqi Security Forces supported by the Coalition will continue to gain territory from Daesh." The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve. The destruction of ISIL targets in Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Video: CJTF-OIR Airstrike on Da'ish Compound 25 Mar 15 Video: CJTF-OIR Airstrike on Da'ish-Controlled Bridge 25 Mar 15 March 25, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 25, 2015 - On March 24, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter aircraft to conduct five airstrikes. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 24, and 8 a.m., March 25, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, an ISIL vehicle and destroyed 10 ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Bayji, five airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Fallujah, five airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units, an ISIL vehicle and destroyed two ISIL excavators and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL modular oil refinery, an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL machine guns and an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL tactical unit, two ISIL machine guns and destroyed an ISIL mortar system and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 24, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 24, 2015 - On March 23, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct six airstrikes. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using fighter and attack aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 23, and 8 a.m., March 24, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, six airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL checkpoint. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL shipping containers. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL excavators. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL IED and VBIED storage facility and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 23, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 23, 2015 - On March 22, Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct eight airstrikes. Separately in Iraq, Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes approved by the Iraqi Ministry of Defense, using fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 22, and 8 a.m., March 23, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, eight airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed 12 ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Mosul, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Rawah, an airstrike struck an ISIL trailer. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area and an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 22, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 22, 2015 - On March 21, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct four airstrikes. Separately in Iraq, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes approved by the Iraq Ministry of Defense, using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 21, and 8 a.m., March 22, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike destroyed an armored personnel carrier. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, three ISIL vehicles and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Mosul, three airstrikes destroyed two ISIL excavators and an ISIL shipping container. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL homemade explosive cache, an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 21, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 21, 2015 - On March 20, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber aircraft to conduct three airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 20, and 8 a.m., March 21, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, three airstrikes destroyed nine ISIL fighting positions, one ISIL vehicle, one large ISIL machine gun, and one ISIL machine gun. Iraq - Near Mosul, two airstrikes destroyed one ISIL storage facility and neutralized one ISIL rocket site, one ISIL RPG position, one ISIL large machine gun, and one ISIL mortar. - Near Kirkuk, one airstrike destroyed one ISIL fighting position, one ISIL tank and one ISIL excavator. - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ramadi, one airstrike destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Taji, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL armored vehicles. - Near Bayji, one airstrike destroyed two tactical units. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 20, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 20, 2015 - On March 19, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber aircraft to conduct an airstrike. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes in Iraq, using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 19, and 8 a.m., March 20, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Hawayjah, an airstrike struck an ISIL IED factory. - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL weapons assembly area. - Near Haditha, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL rocket site, an ISIL heavy machine gun and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL excavators. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 19, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 19, 2015 - On March 18, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter, attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct seven airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 18, and 8 a.m., March 19, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units. - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL tank and an ISIL armored personnel carrier. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Ar Rutbah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL-controlled bridge and destroyed a different ISIL-controlled bridge. - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL pieces of engineer equipment and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL bridges, an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL building and an ISIL tunnel system. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike had inconclusive results. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 18, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 18, 2015 - On March 17, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and attack aircraft to conduct two airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 17, and 8 a.m., March 18, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL tunnel system. - Near Kobani, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike denied ISIL an avenue of approach. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike struck an ISIL rocket storage facility. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL remotely piloted aircraft and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL excavators. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed six ISIL excavators and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, five airstrikes struck two ISIL bridges, an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL excavator and destroyed an ISIL sniper position and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 17, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 17, 2015 - On March 16, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter, attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct seven airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 16, and 8 a.m., March 17, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, four ISIL tactical units and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Fallujah, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL weapons storage facility, two ISIL crossing points and destroyed two different ISIL crossing points. - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, an airstrike had inconclusive results. - Near Kirkuk, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed eight ISIL vehicles, three ISIL buildings and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 16, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 16, 2015 - On March 15, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter, attack and bomber aircraft to conduct five airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 15, and 8 a.m., March 16, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL excavator and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL machine gun. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Hawayjah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL weapons cache. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Haditha two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL IED factory and destroyed two ISIL excavators, three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL bull dozer. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL building, an ISIL sniper and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL excavator and an ISIL front end loader. - Near Rawah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL excavators and destroyed an ISIL front end loader and an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 15, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 15, 2015 - On March 14, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct four airstrikes. Separately, U.S. military forces conducted seven airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 14, and 8 a.m., March 15, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed nine ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Hawayjah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL staging area. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 14, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 14, 2015 - On March 13, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct two airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 13, and 8 a.m., March 14, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, one airstrike struck one ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Hasakah, one airstrike struck one ISIL tactical unit and destroyed one ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Kirkuk, four airstrikes struck one large ISIL unit and two ISIL tactical units and destroyed four buildings, three ISIL machine guns, and three ISIL vehicles. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck one tactical unit, destroyed two ISIL vehicles and one structure. - Near Fallujah, one airstrike neutralized an ISIL rocket tube. - Near Rawah, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL vehicles. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 13, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 13, 2015 - On March 12, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct five airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 12, and 8 a.m., March 13, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, five airstrikes destroyed 10 ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery piece. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Mosul, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Rawah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 12, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 12, 2015 - On March 11, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Iraq, using fighter, attack and remote aircraft to conduct 13 airstrikes. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 11, and 8 a.m., March 12, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - CJTF-OIR conducted no airstrikes in Syria between 8 a.m., March 11, and 8 a.m., March 12, local time. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical units and destroyed five ISIL excavators, three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL armored vehicles. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 11, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 11, 2015 - On March 10, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter aircraft to conduct two airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 10, and 8 a.m., March 11, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck multiple ISIL oil pump jacks. - Near Kobani, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, three airstrikes struck an ISIL artillery piece and destroyed two ISIL buildings and an ISIL artillery piece. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes destroyed three ISIL vehicles. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL outpost and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Rawah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 10, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 10, 2015 - On March 9, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct four airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 9, and 8 a.m., March 10, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed nine ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units and destroyed three ISIL vehicles. - Near Kirkuk, four airstrikes struck three ISIL large tactical units, an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL buildings, three ISIL vehicles, three ISIL VBIEDS, an ISIL culvert crossing and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Mosul, an airstrike suppressed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include, Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 9, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 9, 2015 - On March 8, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter aircraft to conduct five airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 8, and 8 a.m., March 9, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL modular oil refinery and destroyed seven ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Fallujah, four airstrikes struck two ISIL large tactical units, an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed nine ISIL vehicles, two ISIL buildings, two ISIL armored vehicles and an ISIL storage facility. - Near Haditha, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Kirkuk, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL bunker. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes against ISIL were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include, Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 6, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 6, 2015 - On March 5, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack and fighter aircraft to conduct four airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 5, and 8 a.m., March 6, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Dayr az Zawr, an airstrike struck an ISIL crude oil collection point. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Hamis, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL bulldozer. - Near Fallujah, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL headquarters and destroyed two ISIL buildings and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Haditha, an airstrike struck ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL anti-aircraft artillery system. - Near Samarra, an airstrike neutralized an ISIL VBIED. - Near Taji, an airstrike struck ISIL tactical unit. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include, Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 5, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 5, 2015 - On March 4, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct seven airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 4, and 8 a.m., March 5, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes destroyed 11 ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Tal Hamis, two airstrikes struck two ISIL fighting positions and destroyed an ISIL staging area and an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL artillery piece and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Haditha, an airstrike was conducted to help support friendly forces movement. - ear Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include, Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 4, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 4, 2015 - On March 3, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct three airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., March 3, and 8 a.m., March 4, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Fallujah, five airstrikes struck an IED factory, an ISIL VBIED factory, an ISIL weapons storage facility and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike on ISIL fighters was reported as ineffective. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle and three ISIL vehicles. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include, Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and U.S. March 1, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, March 1, 2015 - On Feb. 28, U.S. military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using remotely piloted aircraft to conduct two airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 28, and 8 a.m., Mar. 1, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, and destroyed an ISIL storage facility and two ISIL boats. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL storage containers. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL building, an ISIL excavator and destroyed an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and the U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. Feb. 27, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 27, 2015 - On Feb. 26, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 20 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 26, and 8 a.m., Feb. 27, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL VBIED. - Near Dayr az Zawr, an airstrike struck a crude oil collection point. - Near Kobani, 13 airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, eight ISIL tactical units, three ISIL fighting positions and destroyed 21 ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL staging areas, two ISIL tanks and three ISIL vehicles. - Near Tal Harris, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL checkpoint. Iraq - Near Al Asad, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL checkpoint and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, an airstrike stuck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL buildings and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Rawah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, United Kingdom and the U.S. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and the U.S. Feb. 26, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 26, 2015 - The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units. - Near Kobani, an airstrike destroyed four ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Asad, four airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL buildings, an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL boat and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike struck an ISIL training camp. - Near Ar Rutbah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL excavators. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck two ISIL excavators. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Jordan, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 25, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 25, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct nine airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes in Iraq, using fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 24, and 8 a.m., Feb. 25, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kobani, six airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, an ISIL fighting position and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, multiple ISIL checkpoints, an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed 11 ISIL buildings, two ISIL armored vehicles and seven ISIL vehicles. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL mortar system. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 24, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 24, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 16 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 23, and 8 a.m., Feb. 24, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, 10 airstrikes struck nine ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Kobani, six airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, three ISIL tactical units, two ISIL fighting positions and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL checkpoint and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Asad, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL IED location. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, an airstrike stuck an ISIL tactical unit. As a correction to yesterday's airstrike press release, the following strikes took place between 8a.m., Feb. 22, and 8 a.m., Feb. 23, local time. These airstrikes were inadvertently omitted from yesterday's release. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 22, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 22, 2015 - On Feb. 21, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct six airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes in Iraq, using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 21, and 8 a.m., Feb. 22, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units. - Near Dayr az Zawr, an airstrike destroyed an artillery system. - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL counter mobility berm and destroyed two ISIL checkpoints. Iraq - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike stuck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area, an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed nine ISIL vehicles, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 20, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 20, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct five airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 19, and 8 a.m., Feb. 20, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL mobile oil rig. - Near Kobani, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL building. Iraq - Near Haditha, an airstrike destroyed three ISIL boats. - Near Kirkuk, an airstike struck an ISIL fighting position. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL building and an ISIL excavator. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL buildings. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL culvert, an ISIL bunker and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 19, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 19, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct seven airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes in Iraq, using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 18, and 8 a.m. Feb. 19, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck multiple ISIL oil pump jacks and destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed eight ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL checkpoints. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL mortar tube. - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Hit in Al Anbar Province, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL weapons storage and staging area and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Mosul, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL fighting position and destroyed three ISIL buildings. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 18, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 18, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct two airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 14 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 17, and 8 a.m. Feb. 18, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck multiple ISIL oil pump jacks. - Near Kobani, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Asad, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, and destroyed an ISIL mortar tube and an ISIL staging area. - Near Al Qaim, three airstrikes destroyed an ISIL checkpoint, an ISIL bulldozer and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Bayji, an airstike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Kirkuk, three airstrikes destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL heavy machine gun, an ISIL vehicle and two ISIL excavators. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, three ISIL fighting positions and destroyed an ISIL excavator and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings and an ISIL heavy machine gun. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 17, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 17, 2015 - On Feb. 16, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct six airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes in Iraq, using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 16, and 8 a.m. Feb. 17, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, six airstrikes destroyed eight ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL checkpoint and an ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed four ISIL buildings and two ISIL heavy machine guns. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL mortar position and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL mortar position. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 13, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 13, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct eight airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 12, and 8 a.m., Feb. 13, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Raqqah, two airstrikes struck seven ISIL armored vehicles and destroyed four ISIL armored vehicles. - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL staging position. - Near Dayr az Zawr, an airstrike struck and destroyed multiple ISIL storage and staging facilities. Iraq - Near Al Asad, five airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL checkpoint and an ISIL armored earth mover. - Near Mosul, an airstrike destroyed three ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 12, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 12, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter aircraft to conduct three airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes in Iraq, using fighter, attack, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 11, and 8 a.m., Feb. 12, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck multiple ISIL oil pump jacks. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes destroyed six ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL mortar position. - Near Kirkuk, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL heavy machine guns, six ISIL buildings, an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL VBIED, an ISIL bulldozer and an ISIL trailer. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit, an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL staging area and destroyed two ISIL bulldozers, two ISIL vehicles, an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck ISIL earthen berms used to control water. - Near Makhmur, an airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 11, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 11, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber, attack and fighter aircraft to conduct four airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes in Iraq, using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 10, and 8 a.m., Feb. 11, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Dayr az Zawr, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck multiple ISIL storage and staging facilities. - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL checkpoint. Iraq - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL heavy machine gun and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes destroyed an ISIL bulldozer and an ISIL building. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 10, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 10, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack aircraft to conduct an airstrike. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes in Iraq, using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 9, and 8 a.m., Feb. 10, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Dayr az Zawr, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Huwayjah, an airstrike struck an ISIL weapons storage facility. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ar Rutbah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL bunker and neutralized an ISIL VBIED. - Near Kirkuk, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL earth mover, an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL building. - Near Makhmur, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL bulldozer and two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL shipping container, an ISIL tractor trailer, an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL checkpoint. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 9, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 9, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct three airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes in Iraq, using fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 8, and 8 a.m., Feb. 9, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Kobani, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Dayr az Zawr, an airstrike destroyed four ISIL vehicles and neutralized four ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL earth mover, an ISIL building and an ISIL heavy machine gun. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike denied the ISIL terrain. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 6, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 6, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber, fighter, attack and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 10 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted eight airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 5, and 8 a.m., Feb. 6, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, nine airstrikes struck nine ISIL tactical units, and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck multiple storage and staging facilities. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck an ISIL road, an ISIL weapons cache and destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL staging location. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike, struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah an airstrike, struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mahkmur, an airstrike struck an ISIL earth mover. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations which have conducted airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 5, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 5, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct three airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes in Iraq, using bomber, attack, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 4, and 8 a.m., Feb. 5, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL staging location. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike struck an ISIL bulldozer. - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL warehouse. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL staging location and seven ISIL vehicles. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike denied ISIL key terrain. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 4, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 4, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber, fighter and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 11 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes in Iraq, using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 3, and 8 a.m., Feb. 4, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, 11 airstrikes struck nine ISIL tactical units, an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL staging positions and an ISIL fighting position. Iraq - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Rawah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL guard facility. - Near Al Huwayjah an airstrike destroyed an ISIL checkpoint, an ISIL guard tower, an ISIL bunker, an ISIL vehicle and two ISIL shipping containers. - Near Mosul an airstrike struck an ISIL IED factory. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 3, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 3, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter aircraft to conduct five airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 2, and 8 a.m., Feb. 3, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units. - Near Al Hasakah, two airstrikes struck multiple ISIL oil pump jacks and destroyed four ISIL mobile drilling rigs. - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike destroyed three ISIL vehicles and an ISIL building. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck an ISIL large tactical unit and destroyed three ISIL armored vehicles, an ISIL frontend loader and an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Fallujah, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL bridge and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 2, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 2, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 10 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 17 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Feb. 1, and 8 a.m., Feb. 2, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, nine airstrikes struck three large ISIL tactical units, five ISIL tactical units and destroyed six ISIL staging areas and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Dayr as Zawr, an airstrike struck an ISIL checkpoint. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL mortar position and one ISIL fighting position. - Near Huwayjah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Al Rutbah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kirkuk, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL tactical vehicle, one ISIL bunker, and three ISIL earth movers. - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL weapons storage facility. - Near Fallujah, four airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, one ISIL vehicle and destroyed eight ISIL vehicles. - Near Haditha, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL fighting position and one ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Feb. 1, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Feb. 1, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct eight airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 26 airstrikes in Iraq, using bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 31, and 8 a.m., Feb. 1, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, seven airstrikes struck an ISIL staging area and four ISIL tactical units and destroyed five ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL staging area. - Near Hit, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Kirkuk, 19 airstrikes struck four large ISIL units and 11 ISIL tactical units and destroyed eight ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL staging position, eight ISIL vehicles, two ISIL armored vehicles, an ISIL building, and an ISIL tank. - Near Mahkmur, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings, an ISIL heavy weapon, an ISIL shipping container, and an ISIL modular structure. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 30, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 30, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using fighter aircraft to conduct two airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted four airstrikes in Iraq, using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 29, and 8 a.m., Jan. 30, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, two airstrikes struck two ISIL staging positions and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and one ISIL vehicle. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL firing position. - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck two ISIL fighting positions and destroyed an ISIL building, an ISIL bunker and an ISIL shipping container. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 29, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 29, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber and fighter aircraft to conduct six airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 28, and 8 a.m., Jan. 29, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck an ISIL fighting position, three ISIL tactical units, and a large ISIL unit. - Near Dayr az Zawr, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL crude oil collection point. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ar Rutbah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL weapons storage facility. - Near Sinjar, five airstrikes struck a large ISIL unit and destroyed 21 ISIL vehicles, four ISIL buildings, an ISIL shipping container, an ISIL modular structure, and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, four airstrikes struck two large ISIL units and an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL bunker, an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL bulldozer, three ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL building, and an ISIL VBIED. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 28, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 28, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 13 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted six airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 27, and 8 a.m., Jan. 28, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, 13 airstrikes struck 12 ISIL tactical units and an ISIL vehicle, and destroyed nine ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL staging area, and three ISIL buildings. Iraq - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL checkpoint, six ISIL shipping containers, and four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit and destroyed six ISIL buildings and an ISIL heavy weapon. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit and destroyed four ISIL vehicles. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 26, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 26, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 21 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 25, and 8 a.m., Jan. 26, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed three ISIL armored vehicles. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes destroyed six ISIL armored vehicles and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Dayr az Zawr, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Kobani, 17 airstrikes struck 14 ISIL tactical units, a large ISIL unit, and two ISIL fighting positions, and destroyed six ISIL fighting positions, an ISIL vehicle, and an ISIL staging area. Iraq - Near Fallujah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Haditha, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL bunkers, two ISIL vehicles, and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, seven airstrikes struck a large ISIL unit and destroyed three ISIL mortar firing positions, three ISIL VBIEDs, eight ISIL armored vehicles, an ISIL checkpoint, 15 ISIL vehicles, and three ISIL fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 24, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 24, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 13 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 23, and 8 a.m., Jan. 24, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, 12 airstrikes struck eight ISIL tactical units and a large ISIL unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle, an ISIL building, and eight ISIL fighting positions. - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL mobile oil drilling rig. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL weapons production facility. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck two large ISIL units, an ISIL choke point, an ISIL culvert, and four ISIL roads, and destroyed an ISIL culvert and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, five airstrikes struck a large ISIL unit, two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL cantonment area, and an ISIL vehicle, and destroyed an ISIL building, six ISIL vehicles, an ISIL bunker, two ISIL shipping containers, and two ISIL checkpoints. - Near Erbil, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL shipping container, two ISIL vehicles, and three ISIL earth moving vehicles. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 23, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 23, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, bomber, and fighter aircraft to conduct 12 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 13 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, bomber, and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 22, and 8 a.m., Jan. 23, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, 10 airstrikes struck six ISIL tactical units and a large ISIL unit and destroyed 12 ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL trailer. - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL mobile oil drilling rig. Iraq - Near Al Asad*, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units, a large ISIL unit, and an ISIL vehicle, and destroyed an ISIL IED and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Mosul, eight airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and a large ISIL unit and destroyed seven ISIL vehicles, two ISIL VBIEDs, an ISIL bulldozer, four ISIL buildings, an ISIL artillery system, an ISIL heavy weapon system, two ISIL armored vehicles, an ISIL shipping container, and an ISIL bunker. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit and destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 22, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 22, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 10 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 21 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 21, and 8 a.m., Jan. 22, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, nine airstrikes struck six ISIL tactical units and destroyed 17 ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL weapons storage facility. Iraq - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, 16 airstrikes struck two large ISIL units, two ISIL tactical units, an ISIL building, and an ISIL mortar team, and destroyed six ISIL culverts, two ISIL bridges, three ISIL buildings, an ISIL artillery system, 11 ISIL vehicles, an ISIL fighting position, six ISIL staging positions, two ISIL heavy weapons, an ISIL VBIED, and four ISIL armored vehicles. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck a large ISIL unit and an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL mortar position, an ISIL fighting position, and an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL VBIED. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 21, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 21, 2015 - On Jan. 20, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 13 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 10 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 20, and 8 a.m., Jan. 21, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, 10 airstrikes struck seven ISIL tactical units and a large ISIL unit and destroyed eight ISIL staging positions, 13 ISIL fighting positions, and two ISIL vehicles. - Near Abu Kamal, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL weapon cache and destroyed an ISIL guard facility. Iraq - Near Tal Afar, three airstrikes struck a large ISIL unit and two ISIL logistic routes and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle, two ISIL vehicles, five ISIL buildings, an ISIL shipping container, three ISIL heavy weapons, an ISIL bridge, five ISIL road crossings, and an ISIL IED. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL bunkers and a buried ISIL structure. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Bayji, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and an ISIL checkpoint and destroyed an ISIL building, an ISIL heavy weapon, and two ISIL vehicles. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 20, 2015 U.S., Coalition Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 20, 2015 - On Jan. 19, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, bomber, and fighter aircraft to conduct 10 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 19, and 8 a.m., Jan. 20, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, nine airstrikes struck seven ISIL tactical units and destroyed four ISIL staging positions, five ISIL fighting positions, four ISIL vehicles, and an ISIL mortar system. - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL bunker. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL armored vehicles. - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and two ISIL supply caches. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL mortar systems. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings and two ISIL heavy weapons. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 19, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 19, 2015 - On Jan. 18, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 15 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 18, and 8 a.m., Jan. 19, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, 11 airstrikes struck two large ISIL units and eight ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL fighting positions, two ISIL staging positions, and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Aleppo, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and an ISIL artillery system. Iraq - Near Bayji, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and a large ISIL unit and destroyed three ISIL buildings. - Near Ar Rutbah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. - Near Taji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit. - Near Ramadi, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and a large ISIL unit and destroyed an ISIL building. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and a large ISIL unit and destroyed two ISL buildings and an ISIL artillery system. - Near Baghdad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 16, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 16, 2015 - On Jan. 15, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber and fighter aircraft to conduct six airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted five airstrikes in Iraq, using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 15, and 8 a.m., Jan. 16, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, six airstrikes destroyed two ISIL staging positions and nine ISIL fighting positions. Iraq - Near Ramadi, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL barge and four ISIL boats. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike struck an ISIL building. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck two ISIL mortar firing positions. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL mortar firing position and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 15, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 15, 2015 - U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, bomber, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 11 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 11 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 14, and 8 a.m., Jan. 15, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL building and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ar Raqqah, three airstrikes struck an ISIL weapon storage facility and an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed five ISIL buildings and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Al Hasakah, three airstrikes destroyed an ISIL checkpoint, an ISIL fighting position, and three ISIL vehicles. Iraq - Near Bayji, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units. - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL shipping container. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Taji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ar Rutbah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building and seven ISIL boats. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes struck an ISIL building, an ISIL tactical unit, and an ISIL armored vehicle, and destroyed an ISIL mortar system, an ISIL armored vehicle, and an ISIL fighting position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 14, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 14, 2015 - On Jan. 13, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber and fighter aircraft to conduct six airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 12 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 13, and 8 a.m., Jan. 14, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, six airstrikes struck an ISIL fighting position and destroyed eight ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL armored vehicle. Iraq - Near Bayji, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL artillery system. - Near Taji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Ar Rutbah, two airstrikes struck an ISIL checkpoint and an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Baqubah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building, an ISIL vehicle, and an ISIL recoilless rifle system. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units, two ISIL excavators, and an ISIL bunker, and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Baghdad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. Jan. 13, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 13, 2015 - On Jan. 12, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using bomber and fighter aircraft to conduct four airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted seven airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, bomber and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 12, and 8 a.m., Jan. 13, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, three airstrikes destroyed five ISIL fighting positions. - Near Dawr az Zawr, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL tank. Iraq - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL building. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Mosul, three airstrikes destroyed an ISIL tactical unit, two ISIL bunkers, an ISIL heavy machine gun, two ISIL mortar positions, an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL excavator. - Near Baghdad, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL tactical unit and struck another, destroyed an ISIL fighting position and two ISIL heavy machine guns. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, Syria, the region, and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 12, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 12, 2015 - On Jan. 11, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter, and bomber aircraft to conduct 11 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted 16 airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 11, and 8 a.m., Jan. 12, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, nine airstrikes struck two large ISIL units and an ISIL tactical unit, and destroyed 10 ISIL fighting positions, five ISIL buildings, and two ISIL staging positions. - Near Abu Kamal, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL excavator. - Near Dawr az Zawr, an airstrike struck an ISIL oil refinery. Iraq - Near Bayji, four airstrikes struck four ISIL tactical units and destroyed two ISIL fighting positions. - Near Taji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Qaim, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL armored vehicles and 10 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL artillery system and an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL rocket launcher and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Mosul, five airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and two large ISIL units, and destroyed four ISIL vehicles, an ISIL VBIED, two ISIL armored vehicles, an ISIL semi-truck, an ISIL mortar system, three ISIL buildings, three ISIL boats, and an ISIL tank. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition Nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 11, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 11, 2015 - On Jan. 10, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter, and bomber aircraft to conduct 10 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted nine airstrikes in Iraq, using attack and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 10, and 8 a.m., Jan. 11, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, nine airstrikes destroyed 15 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Abu Kamal, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL shipping container, an ISIL vehicle, and an ISIL supply cache. Iraq - Near Erbil, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit and destroyed two ISIL buildings. - Near Sinjar, three airstrikes struck three ISIL tactical units and an ISIL building, and destroyed an ISIL sniper firing position and an ISIL building. - Near Mosul, four airstrikes struck an ISIL armored vehicle, an ISIL tactical unit, and a large ISIL unit and destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle, five ISIL vehicles, and 21 ISIL boats. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition Nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 10, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 10, 2015 - On Jan. 9, U.S. and Coalition military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, using attack, fighter, and bomber aircraft to conduct 12 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and Coalition military forces conducted three airstrikes in Iraq, using attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 9, and 8 a.m., Jan. 10, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, 11 airstrikes struck two large ISIL units and one ISIL tactical unit, and destroyed an ISIL building and 15 fighting positions. - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL guard facilities. Iraq - Near Erbil, an airstrike struck an ISIL controlled bridge. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike destroyed a ISIL armored vehicle and semi-truck. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck a ISIL tactical unit and destroyed two fighting positions. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. All aircraft returned to base safely. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition Nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 9, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 9, 2015 - U.S. and partner nation military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, Jan. 8, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct five airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and partner nation military forces conducted six airstrikes in Iraq, Jan. 8, using fighter and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 8, and 8 a.m., Jan. 9, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck an ISIL fighting position and two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL building and seven ISIL fighting positions Iraq - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and a large ISIL unit and destroyed two ISIL vehicles. - Near Sinjar, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position, an ISIL vehicle, and an ISIL heavy weapon. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL building and an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition Nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 8, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 8, 2015 - U.S. and partner nation military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, Jan. 7, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct six airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and partner nation military forces conducted seven airstrikes in Iraq, Jan. 7, using bomber and fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 7, and 8 a.m., Jan. 8, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, five airstrikes struck two ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL staging area and destroyed four ISIL fighting positions. - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike struck four ISIL crude oil pumps and five ISIL crude oil well heads. Iraq - Near Al Rutbah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Tal Afar, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed an ISIL VBIED and an ISIL vehicle. - Near Kirkuk, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL checkpoint. - Near Fallujah, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit. - Near Sinjar, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition Nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 7, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 7, 2015 - U.S. and partner nation military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, Jan. 6, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct 11 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and partner nation military forces conducted six airstrikes in Iraq, Jan. 6, attack, fighter, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 6, and 8 a.m., Jan. 7, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, 10 airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit, four ISIL fighting positions, and an ISIL heavy weapons position and destroyed an ISIL artillery system, an ISIL building, and 13 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Hasakah, an airstrike struck an ISIL crude oil collection point. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed five ISIL armored vehicles. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL VBIED. - Near Ramadi, three airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and a large ISIL unit and destroyed an ISIL vehicle. - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL fighting position and an ISIL sniper position. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 6, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 6, 2015 - U.S. and partner nation military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, Jan. 5, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct 10 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and partner nation military forces conducted two airstrikes in Iraq, Jan. 5, using remotely piloted and attack aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 5, and 8 a.m., Jan. 6, local time. The following is a summary of the strikes conducted since the last press release: Syria - Near Kobani, eight airstrikes destroyed 13 ISIL fighting positions and an ISIL building and damaged an ISIL building. - Near Dawr az Zawr, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Ar Raqqah, an airstrike destroyed two ISIL tanks. Iraq - Near Al Qaim, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL bunker. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL tactical unit, an ISIL armored vehicle and an ISIL vehicle and damaged an ISIL vehicle. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition Nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 5, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 5, 2015 - U.S. and partner nation military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, Jan. 4, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct 14 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and partner nation military forces conducted six airstrikes in Iraq, Jan. 4, using fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 4, and 8 a.m., Jan. 5, local time. The following is a summary of those strikes: Syria - Near Kobani, eight airstrikes struck two large ISIL units and an ISIL fighting position and destroyed 11 ISIL fighting positions. - Near Dawr az Zawr, six airstrikes struck five ISIL crude oil collection points and an ISIL crude oil pipeline and destroyed two ISIL armored vehicles and an ISIL shipping container. Iraq - Near Mosul, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit. - Near Al Qaim, two airstrikes destroyed two ISIL excavators. - Near Ramadi, an airstrike struck a large ISIL unit. - Near Al Asad, two airstrikes struck two ISIL tactical units and destroyed three ISIL vehicles. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition Nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 3, 2015 Military Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 3, 2015 - U.S. and partner nation military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, Jan. 3, using fighter and bomber aircraft to conduct six airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and partner nation military forces conducted one airstrike in Iraq, Jan. 3, using fighter aircraft against ISIL terrorists. All strikes took place between 8 a.m., Jan. 3, and 8 a.m., Jan. 4, local time. The following is a summary of those strikes: Syria - Near Kobani, six airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and an ISIL fighting position and destroyed three ISIL vehicles, four ISIL buildings, three ISIL fighting positions, and two ISIL staging areas. Iraq - Near Mosul, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition Nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 2, 2015 Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 2, 2015 - U.S. and partner nation military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, Jan. 1, using fighter, bomber, and attack aircraft to conduct 12 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and partner nation military forces conducted 11 airstrikes in Iraq, Jan. 1, using fighter, attack, and remotely piloted aircraft against ISIL terrorists. The following is a summary of those strikes: Syria - Near Kobani, nine airstrikes struck a large ISIL unit and an ISIL fighting position and destroyed four ISIL buildings, 10 ISIL fighting positions, and an ISIL tank. - Near Ar Raqqah, two airstrikes destroyed 20 ISIL armored vehicles. - Near Al Hasakah, an airstrike destroyed an ISIL armored vehicle. Iraq - Near Taji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Al Asad, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes struck a large ISIL unit and two ISIL tactical unit and destroyed a mortar system, an ISIL building, and a bunker complex. - Near Bayji, an airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL building and an ISIL fighting position. - Near Al Qaim, three airstrikes struck an ISIL shipping container and destroyed an ISIL shipping container, a front end loader, and an armored vehicle. - Near Mosul, two airstrikes struck an ISIL tactical unit and destroyed an ISIL weapons cache and a VBIED. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition Nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Jan. 1, 2015 Airstrikes Continue Against ISIL in Syria and Iraq U.S. Central Command SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 1, 2015 - U.S. and partner nation military forces continued to attack ISIL terrorists in Syria, Dec. 31, 2014, using fighter, bomber, and remotely piloted aircraft to conduct 17 airstrikes. Separately, U.S. and partner nation military forces conducted 12 airstrikes in Iraq, Dec. 31, 2014, using fighter, attack, and remotely piloted aircraft against the ISIL terrorists. The following is a summary of those strikes: Syria - Near Al Raqqah, two airstrikes destroyed five ISIL checkpoints and struck an ISIL staging area. - Near Dayr az Zawr, two airstrikes destroyed an ISIL fighting position and struck an ISIL shipping container. - Near Kobani, 13 airstrikes destroyed 12 ISIL buildings, four ISIL fighting positions, one ISIL vehicle and struck two ISIL tactical units and two large ISIL units. Iraq - Near Mosul, seven airstrikes destroyed six ISIL buildings and an ISIL fighting position and struck three ISIL fighting positions, five ISIL tactical units, two buildings, and a large ISIL unit. - Near Fallujah, three airstrikes destroyed two ISIL fighting positions and struck two ISIL tactical units and a large ISIL unit. - Near Sinjar, one airstrike struck an ISIL tactical unit. - Near Taji, one airstrike destroyed two ISIL vehicles and one ISIL mortar system and struck an ISIL tactical unit. Airstrike assessments are based on initial reports. The strikes were conducted as part of Operation Inherent Resolve, the operation to eliminate the ISIL terrorist group and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community. The destruction of ISIL targets in Syria and Iraq further limits the terrorist group's ability to project terror and conduct operations. Coalition nations conducting airstrikes in Iraq include the U.S., Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Coalition Nations conducting airstrikes in Syria include the U.S., Bahrain, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.