📰 SDF welcomes US-led strikes on ISIS, urges continued joint fight

QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) – The Syrian Democratic troops (SDF) welcomed on Saturday latest American and Global Coalition strikes targeting ISIS hideouts in Syria, describing them as a decisive step in preventing the group from reorganizing and resuming attacks. In a statement issued by its General Command, the SDF expressed appreciation for what it called “precise air and missile strikes” carried out over the past hours against ISIS positions, stressing that persisted air backing remains vital to curbing the group’s activity. Furthermore, the SDF warned that the fight against terrorism cannot slow down, noting that ISIS still poses a direct threat to regional security and seeks to exploit any armed forces or security vacuum. It called for sustained joint operations until the group and its capabilities are fully eliminated.

Statement by the General Command regarding the American strikes against ISIS hideouts in Syria The General Command of the Syrian Democratic troops extends its sincere appreciation to the American forces and the international coalition forces for the precise air and missile… — Syrian Democratic Forces (@SDF_Syria) December 19, 2025 The SDF stated it had conducted hundreds of security and armed forces operations against ISIS cells over the past year, arresting senior leaders and dismantling active networks with direct coalition backing, including air cover and intelligence sharing. The statement emphasized that coordination and information exchange with the Global Coalition have proven effective, adding that partnership remains the only viable path to defeating ISIS. The SDF reaffirmed its commitment to continuing the fight against the group, protecting civilians, and enhancing cooperation with all parties combating terrorism. The U.

S. Notably, -led strikes followed a Dec. 13 ISIS attack near Palmyra in central Syria that killed two American service members and a civilian interpreter. Washington described the incident as a terrorist attack and vowed a decisive military response.

By Jwan Shekaki