US, Jordanian forces conduct joint strikes Islamic State targets in Syria, Hegseth confirms

The attacks come after US President Donald Trump vowed to retaliate after an attack on US personnel last weekend in Syria by a suspected Islamic State terrorist.

A drone view of the town of Nayrab the northwestern province of Idlib, Syria, December 16, 2025.

A drone view of the town of Nayrab the northwestern province of Idlib, Syria, December 16, 2025.

(photo credit: REUTERS/MAHMOUD HASSANO)

DECEMBER 20, 2025 00:08

Updated: DECEMBER 20, 2025 06:01