French and British Jets Attack Underground ISIS Munitions Facility in the Syrian Desert

Through a combined operation, aircraft from Britain and France attacked an below-ground site in Syria previously used by the Islamic State group.

Information on the Coordinated Attack

The mission occurred on the evening of Saturday in a hilly terrain close to the historic city of Palmyra.

Guided bombs were employed to sever the entry tunnels leading to the location.

“Initial indications suggest the site was effectively neutralized,” stated a military statement.

Aircraft and Assets

Eurofighter Typhoon warplanes executed the airstrike, supported by a Voyager refuelling tanker to allow for longer missions.

Purpose of the Facility

The underground facility is assessed as having been utilized as the stockpiling of arms and munitions.

Authorities indicated the adjacent region was absent of non-combatants at the time of the strike.

Commitment to Counter-Terrorism

The Defence Secretary stated the nation's determination to work closely together with key allies” in order to prevent any re-emergence” of the militant group.

Appreciation was shown to the service personnel who took part in the operation, which aimed to remove violent extremists who pose a risk to our security.”

Broader Context

International forces have continued to conduct aerial patrols over parts of Syria to prevent a renewed activity of the extremist organization that held sway over significant territory in the nation up until 2019.