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US Retaliates in Syria: Airstrike Kills ISIS-Linked Militant Leader

By Maria Petrova - World Editor

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January 17, 2026 11:19 pm

1. US Conducts strikes in Syria Targeting ISIS Affiliates

2. details of the Recent Strike

US Conducts strikes in Syria Targeting ISIS Affiliates

The United States military conducted a series of strikes in Syria on January 17,2026,targeting individuals linked to recent attacks on US personnel. These strikes represent the latest phase of Operation Hawkeye Strike, a broader campaign initiated in response to a December 13th ambush that resulted in the deaths of two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter.

details of the Recent Strike

US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that the recent strike in northwest Syria killed Bilal Hasan al-Jasim,an individual affiliated with Al-Qaeda and possessing operational ties

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Full Name: Maria Petrova Role: Editor, World Category: World Location: Sofia, Bulgaria Education: MA in International Relations, Sofia University Experience: 14+ years in international news reporting and editorial leadership Expertise: Geopolitics, global affairs, cross-cultural reporting, human rights Awards: European Press Prize for International Reporting 2022 Professional Affiliations: Member, International Federation of Journalists Languages: Bulgarian (native), English (fluent), Russian (fluent), French (conversational) Bio: Maria Petrova is an accomplished international journalist and editor with over 14 years of experience covering global affairs, geopolitics, and human rights. She holds an MA in International Relations from Sofia University and has contributed to Balkan Insight. Maria is known for her insightful analysis, cross-cultural perspective, and commitment to accurate, balanced reporting. As Editor of the World section at World Today Journal, she leads coverage of major international events and stories that shape our planet.