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French MoD for May 22, 2019 – May 28, 2019
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Report Date

May 28, 2019

Notes

For May 22nd-May 28th, France report 20 air sorties but no strikes.

CHAMMAL
SITUATION MILITAIRE DU THÉÂTRE

L’opération Chammal, volet français de l’Opération Inherent Resolve (OIR), poursuit sa mission de lutte contre Daech et continue à appuyer, en Syrie, les Forces Démocratiques Syriennes (FDS), et en Irak les Forces de Sécurité Irakiennes (FSI).
Les FSI comme les FDS maintiennent la pression contre Daesh par le biais de différentes opérations de ratissage et de sécurisation.
En Irak, dans le Nord Est syrien et dans la Moyenne Vallée de l’Euphrate, où les FDS travaillent activement au déminage et à la dépollution des explosifs de guerre, la situation sécuritaire est globalement stable.

ACTIVITÉ DE LA FORCE

La France poursuit son engagement au sein du pilier appui de la coalition à travers la poursuite des opérations aériennes, et au sein du pilier « formation ».
Sorties air hebdomadaires (bilan du 22 au 28 mai inclus)
Les aéronefs français basés en Jordanie et aux Émirats arabes unis poursuivent leurs actions contre Daech, au sein de la coalition.
Cette semaine, les aéronefs de l’opération Chammal ont réalisé 20 sorties aériennes.

AFRICOM for May 27, 2019 – May 27, 2019
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Report Date

May 27, 2019

Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. airstrikes continue to target al-Shabaab, ISIS-Somalia

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab militants in the Golis Mountains, Somalia, on May 26, 2019.

 

This is the sixth airstrike in the last month against ISIS-Somalia and al-Shabaab in the Golis Mountains.

 

“Airstrikes create additional time and space for continued incremental progress in Somalia,” said U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Robert Huston, deputy director of operations, U.S. Africa Command. “The last few days presented opportunities to successfully reduce terrorist influence and activity.”

 

Precision airstrikes such as these support Somali security forces efforts to protect the Somali people from terrorism while creating opportunities for increased governance to take hold. The Golis Mountains are a known area for terrorist camps and ongoing fighting between the two terrorist groups.

 

At this time, it is assessed the airstrike killed three (3) militants.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike.  Our process and procedures allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counterterrorism operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

AFRICOM for May 25, 2019 – May 25, 2019
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Report Date

May 25, 2019

Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. target al-Shabaab network

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab militants in the Golis Mountains, Somalia, on May 24, 2019.

 

“Persistent pressure on the network ensures the threat is contained while degrading Al Shabaab capabilities,” said U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Robert Huston, deputy director of operations, U.S. Africa Command. “We will continue to provide assistance to the Federal Government of Somalia.”

 

Precision airstrikes such as these support Somali security forces efforts to protect the Somali people from terrorism while creating opportunities for increased governance to take hold. The Golis Mountains are a known area for al-Shabaab camps and ongoing fighting between al-Shabaab and ISIS-Somalia.

 

At this time, it is assessed the airstrike killed three (3) militants.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike.  Our process and procedures allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counterterrorism operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

AFRICOM for May 24, 2019 – May 24, 2019
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Report Date

May 24, 2019

Airstrike Degrades al-Shabaab network

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted one airstrike near Baled Amin, in the Lower Shabelle region, Somalia, against al-Shabaab militants on May 22, 2019.

 

“We continue to work closely with the Somali government and security forces to target terrorists whose tactics place innocent people at risk,” said RDML Heidi K. Berg, director of intelligence, U.S. Africa Command.

 

Precision airstrikes such as these support Somali security forces efforts to protect the Somali people from terrorism while creating opportunities for increased governance to take hold. Al-Shabaab has previously used the rural areas surrounding Baled Amin as a staging area for attacks against Somali security forces and innocent Somali civilians.

 

At this time, it is assessed the airstrike killed two (2) terrorists. A detailed post-strike analysis continues and more details may be released as appropriate.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike.  Our process and procedures allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counterterrorism operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

AFRICOM for May 23, 2019 – May 23, 2019
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Report Date

May 23, 2019

ISIS-Somalia Degraded by Precision Airstrike

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting ISIS-Somalia terrorists in the Golis Mountains, Somalia, on May 22, 2019.

 

This is the fifth precision airstrike against ISIS-Somalia since April 14 in a deliberate campaign to limit and disrupt freedom of movement in the area and to eliminate leaders of the organization.

 

“Our efforts to locate and eradicate ISIS leaders who control a range of activities – from operations to financing and communications – is hitting at the heart of the organization and disrupting their ability to continue their terrorist activities,” said RDML Heidi K. Berg, director of intelligence, U.S. Africa Command.

 

The Federal Government of Somalia and partner forces continue to make inroads into territory where ISIS operates. U.S. Africa Command works by, with and through AMISOM and our Somali partners to reduce the threats they face to assist in establishing a secure environment in order for broader diplomacy efforts to come to fruition.

 

At this time, it is assessed the airstrike killed two (2) terrorists. A detailed post-strike analysis continues and more details may be released as appropriate.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike.  Our process and procedures allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counterterrorism operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

UK MoD for May 19, 2019 – May 19, 2019
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Report Date

May 19, 2019

Sunday 19 May – Typhoons destroyed the entrance to a tunnel being used by Daesh terrorists in northern Iraq…Although the liberation by the Syrian Democratic Forces of Baghuz Fawqani in March 2019 deprived Daesh of the last remaining territory held by them in Syria and Iraq, constant vigilance has been maintained to ensure that the terrorists are unable to regain a foothold. To this end, Royal Air Force and other coalition aircraft have flown daily missions to support partner forces on the ground. On Sunday 19 May, a pair of RAF Typhoon FGR4s, based at RAFAkrotiri, were tasked to assist the Iraqi security forces with the destruction of a tunnel wherein a group of Daesh were reported to have established themselves. Our aircraft carefully checked the area, in the hills to the south-west of Mosul, for any signs of civilian activity that could be placed at risk, before conducting a precision attack with a pair of Paveway IV guided bombs which successfully destroyed the entrance to the tunnel.

French MoD for May 8, 2019 – May 14, 2019
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Report Date

May 14, 2019

Notes

The Atlantic 2 detachment completed its mission on May 6. It will be deployed again in a few weeks. Between May 8th-14th, aircraft made 19 sorties but there were no strikes.

CHAMMAL
SITUATION MILITAIRE DU THÉÂTRE

L’opération Chammal, volet français de l’Opération Inherent Resolve (OIR), poursuit sa mission de lutte contre Daech et continue à appuyer, en Syrie, les Forces
Démocratiques Syriennes (FDS), et en Irak les Forces de Sécurité Irakiennes (FSI).

Sur le terrain, en Irak, dans le Nord-Est syrien et dans la Moyenne Vallée de l’Euphrate, la situation sécuritaire reste stable.

ACTIVITÉ DE LA FORCE

La France poursuit son engagement au sein du pilier appui de la coalition à travers la poursuite des opérations aériennes, et au sein du pilier « formation ».

Fin de détachement pour l’ATL2 au Levant

Le détachement de l’« Atlantique 2 », déployé depuis février dernier sur la base aérienne projetée (BAP) au Levant dans le cadre de l’opération Chammal a achevé sa mission le 6 mai dernier. Il sera de nouveau déployé dans quelques semaines.

Deux aéronefs se sont ainsi succédé sur la BAP totalisant 23 missions de reconnaissance et de surveillance et plus de 200 heures de vol.

L’Atlantique 2 a contribué au volet renseignement de l’opération. Habituellement dédié aux missions aéromaritimes, et en particulier la lutte anti-sous-marine, cet avion de patrouille maritime est parfaitement adapté aux missions ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) dont l’objectif sur ce théâtre est de détecter et d’identifier les activités des combattants de Daech. Également capable d’intervenir dans des missions de CAS (Close Air Support – appui aérien rapproché), l’aéronef peut effectuer des frappes d’opportunité grâce à sa capacité de largage de bombes guidées laser.

Nouveau mode de formation pour la TF Monsabert

Pour la première fois, en avril, des militaires de la Task Force Monsabert ont accompagné sur le terrain les forces de sécurité irakiennes lors d’une opération de plusieurs jours dans la région d’Al Zeydan, à l’ouest de Bagdad. Cette étape supplémentaire dans la mission d’advise and assist de Monsabert se traduit par l’ajout d’un nouveau A à ses actions : celui d’accompagner.

Les conseillers français ont été associés dès la phase de planification de cette opération de fouille et de sécurisation d’un village ayant abrité des partisans de Daech. Le jour de leur participation, après le « rehearsal » (répétition) de la mission au centre opérationnel avec le chef opérations de la 6e division, le convoi a rejoint le poste de commandement avancé du 4e bataillon de la 24e brigade responsable des manœuvres. L’objectif était de sécuriser cette zone rurale, puis de procéder à son ratissage, à la fouille de maisons et à des vérifications d’identité.

Sorties air hebdomadaires (bilan du 8 au 14 mai inclus)

Les aéronefs français basés en Jordanie et aux Émirats arabes unis poursuivent leurs actions contre Daech, au sein de la coalition.

Cette semaine, les aéronefs de l’opération Chammal ont réalisé 19 sorties aériennes, et n’ont pas délivré de frappe.

AFRICOM for May 10, 2019 – May 10, 2019
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Report Date

May 10, 2019

ISIS-Somalia Degraded by Precision Airstrike

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting an ISIS-Somalia encampment in the Golis Mountains, Somalia, on May 9, 2019.

 

This deliberate campaign is building on increased intelligence and understanding of ISIS training and recruitment activities in Puntland, and is the fourth precision airstrike against ISIS-Somalia since April 14.

 

The work U.S. Africa Command performs by, with and through AMISOM and our Somali partners, whether assisting with the threats they face or training them to improve their capabilities, is geared toward one goal – establishing a secure environment in order for broader diplomacy efforts to come to fruition.  The Federal Government of Somalia and partner forces continue to make incursions into territory formerly controlled by ISIS.

 

At this time, it is assessed the airstrike on May 9 killed four (4) terrorists.  A detailed post-strike analysis continues and more details may be released as appropriate.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike.  Our process and procedures allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counterterrorism operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

AFRICOM for May 9, 2019 – May 9, 2019
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Report Date

May 9, 2019

Somali Forces & U.S. Africa Command Conduct Airstrike Targeting ISIS-Somalia

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia’s continued efforts to degrade violent extremist organizations, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting an ISIS-Somalia encampment in the Golis Mountains, Somalia, on May 8, 2019.

 

“We are supporting our Somali and AMISOM partners with increased, mature intelligence sharing,” said Rear Admiral Heidi Berg, U.S. Africa Command director of intelligence. “There is a deliberate campaign underway, that is intelligence-driven, that capitalizes on what we learn during each operation and rapidly leveraging that information to drive the next operation, including discovering where terrorists may be training, massing, and preparing to commit atrocities.”

 

U.S. Africa Command precision airstrikes support Somali security force activities and build enhanced security conditions to allow time and space for governance and economic development to occur.

 

At this time, it is assessed the airstrike on May 8 killed thirteen (13) terrorists.  A detailed post-strike analysis continues and more details may be released as appropriate.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike.  Our process and procedures allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counterterrorism operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

CJTF–OIR for April 21, 2019 – May 7, 2019
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Report Date

May 7, 2019

CJTF-OIR Strike Summary April 21 – May 04, 2019

SOUTHWEST ASIA – Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve and its partners continue to target and pursue the enduring defeat of Daesh.

CJTF-OIR and partner forces have liberated nearly 110,000 square kilometers (42,471 square miles) from Daesh; as a result, 7.7 million people no longer live under Daesh oppression.

CJTF-OIR remains committed to the enduring defeat of Daesh to improve conditions for peace and stability in the region, and to protect all our homelands from Daesh’s terrorist threat.

Strike Summary

Between April 21 – May 4, 2019, CJTF-OIR conducted 10 strikes consisting of 40 engagements against Daesh targets in Iraq, there were no strikes conducted in Syria.

In Iraq, CJTF-OIR conducted 10 strikes consisting of 40 engagements, engaged four Daesh tactical units, and destroyed three tunnels, two buildings, two weapons caches, two supply routes, and one cargo container.

Between April 21 – May 4, 2019, CJTF-OIR detected 18 strikes from other actors that crossed the Euphrates River Valley. CJTF-OIR is committed to avoiding and in every case minimizing civilian casualties; CJTF-OIR calls on all other actors in the area to observe the same precautions.

This Coalition strike release contains all strikes conducted by fighter, attack, bomber, rotary-wing, or remotely piloted aircraft, rocket propelled artillery and ground-based tactical artillery.

A strike, as defined in the Coalition release, refers to one or more kinetic engagements that occur in roughly the same geographic location to produce a single, sometimes cumulative effect in that location. For example, a single aircraft delivering a single weapon against a lone Daesh vehicle is one strike, but so is multiple aircraft delivering dozens of weapons against a group of Daesh-held buildings and weapon systems in a compound, having the cumulative effect of making that facility harder or impossible to use. Strike assessments are based on initial reports and may be refined.

CJTF-OIR does not report the number or type of aircraft employed in a strike, the number of munitions dropped in each strike, or the number of individual munition impact points against a target. The information used to compile the daily strike releases is based on ‘Z’ or Greenwich Mean Time.

Report Date

May 7, 2019

Report Summary

  • 10 total strikes
  • 10 in Iraq

Confirmed Actions

US

CJTF-OIR Strike Summary April 21 - May 04, 2019

SOUTHWEST ASIA – Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve and its partners continue to target and pursue the enduring defeat of Daesh.

CJTF-OIR and partner forces have liberated nearly 110,000 square kilometers (42,471 square miles) from Daesh; as a result, 7.7 million people no longer live under Daesh oppression.

CJTF-OIR remains committed to the enduring defeat of Daesh to improve conditions for peace and stability in the region, and to protect all our homelands from Daesh's terrorist threat.

Strike Summary

Between April 21 - May 4, 2019, CJTF-OIR conducted 10 strikes consisting of 40 engagements against Daesh targets in Iraq, there were no strikes conducted in Syria.

April 21, 2019 – May 7, 2019
Iraq: 10 strikes
In Iraq, CJTF-OIR conducted 10 strikes consisting of 40 engagements, engaged four Daesh tactical units, and destroyed three tunnels, two buildings, two weapons caches, two supply routes, and one cargo container.

Between April 21 - May 4, 2019, CJTF-OIR detected 18 strikes from other actors that crossed the Euphrates River Valley. CJTF-OIR is committed to avoiding and in every case minimizing civilian casualties; CJTF-OIR calls on all other actors in the area to observe the same precautions.

This Coalition strike release contains all strikes conducted by fighter, attack, bomber, rotary-wing, or remotely piloted aircraft, rocket propelled artillery and ground-based tactical artillery.

A strike, as defined in the Coalition release, refers to one or more kinetic engagements that occur in roughly the same geographic location to produce a single, sometimes cumulative effect in that location. For example, a single aircraft delivering a single weapon against a lone Daesh vehicle is one strike, but so is multiple aircraft delivering dozens of weapons against a group of Daesh-held buildings and weapon systems in a compound, having the cumulative effect of making that facility harder or impossible to use. Strike assessments are based on initial reports and may be refined.

CJTF-OIR does not report the number or type of aircraft employed in a strike, the number of munitions dropped in each strike, or the number of individual munition impact points against a target. The information used to compile the daily strike releases is based on 'Z' or Greenwich Mean Time.

French MoD for May 1, 2019 – May 7, 2019
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Report Date

May 7, 2019

Notes

France report no airstrikes May 1st - 7th. On April 29th, dissolution ceremony of TF Wagram took place. In 2.5 years, 1,100 artillery men led more than 2,500 fire missions in campaign that took them from south of Mosul to border of Iraq/Syria. Full detachment to leave by mid-May.

CHAMMAL
SITUATION MILITAIRE DU THÉÂTRE
La situation sécuritaire au Levant reste stable.

L’opération Chammal, volet français de l’Opération Inherent Resolve (OIR), poursuit sa mission de lutte contre Daech et continue à appuyer, en Syrie, les Forces Démocratiques Syriennes (FDS), et en Irak les Forces de Sécurité Irakiennes (FSI).
En Syrie, les opérations de sécurisation de la Moyenne Vallée de l’Euphrate par les FDS se poursuivent.
En Irak, les FSI poursuivent également leurs efforts de sécurisation du territoire, en particulier dans la région de Mossoul.

ACTIVITÉ DE LA FORCE
La France poursuit son engagement au sein du pilier appui de la coalition à travers la poursuite des opérations aériennes.

La cérémonie de dissolution de la Task Force (TF) Wagram s’est déroulée le 29 avril 2019, sur la base aérienne d’Al Assad en Irak. Elle marque la fin de l’action des artilleurs français de la TF Wagram, engagés depuis l’automne 2016 au sein de l’opération Chammal, sans signifier la fin de la lutte contre cette organisation terroriste qui cherche à se reconstruire dans la semi-clandestinité. En deux ans et demi, les 1 100 artilleurs engagés au sein de la TF Wagram ont mené plus de 2 500 missions de feux dans une campagne qui les ont emmenés du sud de Mossoul jusqu’à la frontière de l’Irak et de la Syrie. Le détachement complet devrait être rentré pour la mi-mai.

Stages de perfectionnement au profit des forces spéciales irakiennes.

Il y a deux semaines, un détachement composé de huit instructeurs français de la Task Force Narvik renforcés de deux instructeurs espagnols a encadré le 3e stage REFIT de l’année, réalisée au profit du bataillon de forces spéciales de NAJAF. Leur rôle a été d’évaluer et de guider les instructeurs de l’académie et ceux du bataillon ainsi que de conseiller les 250 soldats participants.
Il s’agit ici de nouveaux types de formations, mises en place depuis 2018 par l’académie de l’ICTS (Iraqi Counter Terrorism Service) au profit de ses bataillons opérationnels, auxquelles contribuent les instructeurs de la Task Force Narvik.
Ces stages de perfectionnement baptisés « REFIT » ont pour objectif de permettre à des unités expérimentées de disposer d’une phase de remise à niveau, permettant d’évaluer leur maîtrise des savoir-faire fondamentaux et de les compléter en acquérant de nouvelles techniques et tactiques tirées des récents retours d’expérience de la lutte contre Daech.
Les stages, longs de quatre semaines, sont organisés en trois séquences. Après une semaine de rappels théorique, deux semaines sont dédiées au perfectionnement dans le domaine du tir, de la contre-IED, du sauvetage au combat, et du combat en zone urbaine.
Un nouveau stage est d’ores et déjà en cours au profit du bataillon de Kerbala.

 

Premiers Joint Fire Observers irakiens formés et entraînés en conditions réelles.

Fin avril 2019, quatre lieutenants irakiens du cours Joint Fire Observer (JFO) ont participé à un exercice interarmes sur le camp de Besmayah mêlant des tirs réels de l’artillerie et des tirs simulés à partir d’hélicoptères.
Cet entraînement organisé par les formateurs du pilier artillerie de la Task Force (TF) Monsabert avait pour but de mettre en pratique dans des conditions proches de la réalité les savoir-faire acquis au long de leurs huit semaines de formation.
Pour faire travailler les jeunes observateurs, hélicoptères et canons de l’armée irakienne ont participé à l’exercice réalisant ainsi le premier exercice interarmes canons-hélicoptères avec des moyens exclusivement irakiens.

Sorties air hebdomadaires (bilan du 1er au 7 mai inclus)

Les aéronefs français basés en Jordanie et aux Émirats arabes unis, et projetés depuis le groupe aéronaval poursuivent leurs actions contre Daech, au sein de la coalition.
Cette semaine, les aéronefs de l’opération Chammal ont réalisé 21 sorties aériennes.

AFRICOM for May 6, 2019 – May 6, 2019
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Report Date

May 6, 2019

Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. target al-Shabaab terrorists

 

To support the Federal Government of Somalia’s continued efforts to degrade al-Shabaab, U.S. forces conducted a precision airstrike targeting al-Shabaab militants in the vicinity of Tortoroow, Somalia, on May 5, 2019.

 

Somali forces were leading an operation to disrupt the terrorist network in the area and to bolster local support for the Federal Government of Somalia.  The airstrike was conducted in collective self-defense of our Somali partners after they were engaged by al-Shabaab militants during this operation.

 

“This airstrike is an example of the niche capabilities we provide our Somali partners as they take the fight to al-Shabaab,” said U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Gregg Olson, U.S. Africa Command director of operations.  “Our precision strike capabilities support our Somali partners as they continue to lead operations against the terrorist network.”

 

At this time, it is assessed this airstrike killed three al-Shabaab terrorists.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike. When warranted, processes and procedures exist that allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counter-terror operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

French MoD for May 3, 2019 – May 3, 2019
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Report Date

May 3, 2019

Notes

Monday, April 29, at the Al Assad air base in Iraq was held the dissolution ceremony of the Wagram Task Force presided over by Brigadier General Jean-Marc Vigilant, Senior National Representative (SNR) operative Operation Chammal , in the presence of Brigadier General Henderson, representing the Combined Joint Task Force (CJTF) of Operation Inherent Resolve and Major General Kassim, Commander Jazira Operational Command (JAOC)

CHAMMAL : Cérémonie de dissolution de la TF Wagram

Lundi 29 avril, sur la base aérienne d’Al Assad en Irak a eu lieu la cérémonie de dissolution de la Task Force Wagram présidée par le général de brigade aérienne Jean-Marc Vigilant, Senior National Representative (SNR) opératif de l’opération Chammal, en présence du général de brigade Henderson, représentant le Combined Joint Task Force (CJTF) de l’opération Inherent Resolve et du général de division Kassim, commandant le Jazira Operational Command (JAOC).

Dans son ordre du jour, le général Vigilant a souligné que depuis son engagement en 2016, la TF Wagram, intégrée dans le dispositif appui-feu de la Coalition, avait été de toutes les batailles, de Mossoul à Bagouz, pour défaire le califat autoproclamé de Daech en Irak et en Syrie. Il a ensuite salué l’engagement des militaires français ayant participé à l’aventure de Wagram : « Les 130 hommes et femmes de la Task Force ici présents, auxquels doivent être associés tous les mandats précédents, peuvent être particulièrement fiers. Ce magnifique bilan collectif est autant celui des artilleurs que des logisticiens qui auront permis, pour leur part, l’acheminement des obus vers les positions de tirs et le ravitaillement de la Task Force déployée au plus près des combats. »

La cérémonie de dissolution de la TF Wagram a marqué la fin du plus important engagement des canons CAESAR en opération extérieure, avec un bilan de plus de 2500 missions de feux menées. Cependant, l’action des artilleurs français en Irak n’est pas terminée, elle se poursuit avec les missions de formation et de conseil menées au profit des Irakiens notamment au sein de la Task Force Monsabert.

Lancée depuis le 19 septembre 2014, l’opération Chammal représente le volet français de l’Opération Inherent Resolve (OIR) au sein d’une coalition de 79 pays et organisations. A la demande du gouvernement irakien et en coordination avec les alliés de la France présents dans la région, l’opération Chammal vise, à apporter un soutien militaire aux forces locales engagées dans le combat contre Daech sur leur territoire.
L’opération Chammal repose sur deux piliers complémentaires : un pilier ” appui ” destiné à appuyer les troupes engagées au sol contre Daech et à frapper les capacités militaires de Daech ; un pilier ” formation” au profit des forces de sécurité irakiennes. A ce jour, le dispositif complet de l’opération Chammal compte 1 100 militaires. Il comprend également plus d’une centaine de militaires projetés à Bagdad pour la formation et le conseil des états-majors et unités irakiennes.

 

French MoD for April 29, 2019 – April 29, 2019
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Report Date

April 29, 2019

Notes

France reports that on April 4th two Rafales carried out an airstrike on ISIS-held tunnels in Iraq.

CHAMMAL : Les Rafale du Levant appuient les forces irakiennes

Le 4 avril, les avions de chasse de la base aérienne projetée au Levant ont appuyé les forces irakiennes dans leur lutte contre Daech.

CHAMMAL : Les Rafale du Levant appuient les forces irakiennes

Mise à jour  : 29/04/2019
Le 4 avril, les avions de chasse de la base aérienne projetée au Levant ont appuyé les forces irakiennes dans leur lutte contre Daech.
Les Rafale de la base aérienne projetée (BAP) au Levant sont quotidiennement engagés au sein de la coalition, en Irak comme en Syrie. Volant de jour comme de nuit, les pilotes de Rafale contribuent pleinement à la réduction du potentiel militaire de Daech et à l’appui des troupes engagées au sol contre le groupe terroriste à travers des missions de surveillance et de renseignement, mais également des frappes aériennes.

Ainsi, le 4 avril, une frappe a permis la destruction de tunnels utilisés par Daech en Irak. En coordination avec le centre de commandement interallié des opérations aériennes (Combined Air Operations Center – CAOC) et les forces de sécurité irakiennes, les deux Rafale ont obtenu l’autorisation d’engager les cibles au terme d’un processus de ciblage et d’identification des objectifs extrêmement rigoureux.

Pas moins de cinq heures de vol et trois ravitaillements en vol ont été nécessaires pour permettre aux deux aéronefs de la patrouille de réaliser cette frappe aérienne et d’atteindre son objectif militaire dans sa lutte contre Daech.
Le Close air support -appui aérien rapproché-, est habituellement la principale mission des Rafale stationnés sur la BAP. Elle peut se traduire par des frappes en appui des troupes au sol, si la situation l’exige.

Cette frappe, résulte, en revanche, d’un autre mode d’action parmi la palette des effets militaires à disposition de la coalition, puisqu’elle a été réalisée dans le cadre d’une mission menée sur un objectif planifié. Elle illustre la flexibilité des capacités mises en œuvre, notamment à partir de la base aérienne projetée au Levant, pour lutter contre les derniers foyers terroristes.

Lancée depuis le 19 septembre 2014, l’opération Chammal représente le volet français de l’Opération Inherent Resolve (OIR) au sein d’une coalition de 79 pays et organisations.
A la demande du gouvernement irakien et en coordination avec les alliés de la France présents dans la région, l’opération Chammal vise, à apporter un soutien militaire aux forces locales engagées dans le combat contre Daech sur leur territoire. L’opération Chammal repose sur deux piliers complémentaires : un pilier ” appui ” destiné à appuyer les troupes engagées au sol contre Daech et à frapper les capacités militaires de Daech ; un pilier ” formation” au profit des forces de sécurité irakiennes. A ce jour, le dispositif complet de l’opération Chammal compte 1 100 militaires. Il comprend également plus d’une centaine de militaires projetés à Bagdad pour la formation et le conseil des états-majors et unités irakiennes.

AFRICOM for April 27, 2019 – April 27, 2019
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Report Date

April 27, 2019

Somali Forces & U.S. Africa Command Conduct Airstrike Targeting ISIS-Somalia 

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia’s continued efforts to degrade violent extremist organizations, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike targeting ISIS-Somalia terrorists in the Golis Mountains, Somalia, on April 26, 2019.

 

“This airstrike eliminated ISIS-Somalia members staged in a remote location in Northern Somalia,” said Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Gregg Olson, U.S. Africa Command director of operations.  “Removing these extremists impacts ISIS-Somalia’s ability to terrorize innocent Somalis in the region and it creates confusion within the terrorist network.”

 

This is the second precision airstrike U.S. Africa Command has executed in coordination with our Somali partners against ISIS-Somalia this month.  The first airstrike occurred on April 14, killing the second in command of ISIS-Somalia, Abdulhakim Dhuqub.

 

U.S. Africa Command precision airstrikes support Somali security force activities and build enhanced security conditions to allow time and space for governance and economic development to occur.

 

At this time, it is assessed the airstrike on April 26 killed three (3) terrorists.  A detailed post-strike analysis continues and more details may be released as appropriate.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike.  Our process and procedures allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counterterrorism operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

UK MoD for April 24, 2019 – April 24, 2019
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Report Date

April 24, 2019

Wednesday 24 April – Typhoons bombed six cave and tunnel entrances used by Daesh in northern Iraq.

In similar fashion, coalition intelligence efforts pinpointed a dispersed Daesh network of caves and tunnels in the hills some forty miles east-north-east of Tikrit, and two Typhoons were assigned to attack the six entrances on Wednesday 24 April. Paveway IV guided bombs were once again successfully employed by our aircraft in carrying out this mission.

CJTF–OIR for April 7, 2019 – April 20, 2019
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Report Date

April 20, 2019

CJTF-OIR Strike Summary April 7- 20, 2019

SOUTHWEST ASIA – Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve and its partners continue to target and pursue the enduring defeat of Daesh.

CJTF-OIR and partner forces have liberated nearly 110,000 square kilometers (42,471 square miles) from Daesh; as a result, 7.7 million people no longer live under Daesh oppression.

CJTF-OIR remains committed to the enduring defeat of Daesh to improve conditions for peace and stability in the region, and to protect all our homelands from Daesh’s terrorist threat.

Strike Summary

Between April 7 – 20, 2019, CJTF-OIR conducted 18 strikes consisting of 36 engagements against Daesh targets in Iraq, there were no strikes conducted in Syria.

In Iraq, CJTF-OIR conducted 18 strikes consisting of 36 engagements, engaged 10 Daesh tactical units, and destroyed eight buildings, three tunnels, and two caves.

Between April 7 – 20, 2019, CJTF-OIR detected 42 strikes from other actors that crossed the Euphrates River Valley. CJTF-OIR is committed to avoiding and in every case minimizing civilian casualties; CJTF-OIR calls on all other actors in the area to observe the same precautions.

This Coalition strike release contains all strikes conducted by fighter, attack, bomber, rotary-wing, or remotely piloted aircraft, rocket propelled artillery and ground-based tactical artillery.

A strike, as defined in the Coalition release, refers to one or more kinetic engagements that occur in roughly the same geographic location to produce a single, sometimes cumulative effect in that location. For example, a single aircraft delivering a single weapon against a lone Daesh vehicle is one strike, but so is multiple aircraft delivering dozens of weapons against a group of Daesh-held buildings and weapon systems in a compound, having the cumulative effect of making that facility harder or impossible to use. Strike assessments are based on initial reports and may be refined.

CJTF-OIR does not report the number or type of aircraft employed in a strike, the number of munitions dropped in each strike, or the number of individual munition impact points against a target. The information used to compile the daily strike releases is based on ‘Z’ or Greenwich Mean Time.

Report Date

April 20, 2019

Report Summary

  • 18 total strikes
  • 18 in Iraq

Confirmed Actions

US

CJTF-OIR Strike Summary April 7- 20, 2019

SOUTHWEST ASIA – Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve and its partners continue to target and pursue the enduring defeat of Daesh.

CJTF-OIR and partner forces have liberated nearly 110,000 square kilometers (42,471 square miles) from Daesh; as a result, 7.7 million people no longer live under Daesh oppression.

CJTF-OIR remains committed to the enduring defeat of Daesh to improve conditions for peace and stability in the region, and to protect all our homelands from Daesh's terrorist threat.

Strike Summary

Between April 7 - 20, 2019, CJTF-OIR conducted 18 strikes consisting of 36 engagements against Daesh targets in Iraq, there were no strikes conducted in Syria.

April 7, 2019 – April 20, 2019
Iraq: 18 strikes
In Iraq, CJTF-OIR conducted 18 strikes consisting of 36 engagements, engaged 10 Daesh tactical units, and destroyed eight buildings, three tunnels, and two caves.

Between April 7 - 20, 2019, CJTF-OIR detected 42 strikes from other actors that crossed the Euphrates River Valley. CJTF-OIR is committed to avoiding and in every case minimizing civilian casualties; CJTF-OIR calls on all other actors in the area to observe the same precautions.

This Coalition strike release contains all strikes conducted by fighter, attack, bomber, rotary-wing, or remotely piloted aircraft, rocket propelled artillery and ground-based tactical artillery.

A strike, as defined in the Coalition release, refers to one or more kinetic engagements that occur in roughly the same geographic location to produce a single, sometimes cumulative effect in that location. For example, a single aircraft delivering a single weapon against a lone Daesh vehicle is one strike, but so is multiple aircraft delivering dozens of weapons against a group of Daesh-held buildings and weapon systems in a compound, having the cumulative effect of making that facility harder or impossible to use. Strike assessments are based on initial reports and may be refined.

CJTF-OIR does not report the number or type of aircraft employed in a strike, the number of munitions dropped in each strike, or the number of individual munition impact points against a target. The information used to compile the daily strike releases is based on 'Z' or Greenwich Mean Time.

AFRICOM for April 20, 2019 – April 20, 2019
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Report Date

April 20, 2019

Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. target al-Shabaab

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia’s continued efforts to weaken al-Shabaab, U.S. forces conducted an airstrike in the vicinity of Jamaame, Lower Juba Region, Somalia, on April 19, 2019.

 

Two years ago, al-Shabaab maintained a level of freedom of movement that allowed the group to terrorize and displace Somali citizens in the Lower Juba River Valley, which is near Kismayo.  Today, our Somali and AMISOM partners have pushed the extremist group back up the river valley, establishing multiple combat outposts along the way in order to ensure our partners can hold the territory they have successfully retaken.

 

“Our Somali security partners have built combat outposts and have created more stability in the valley,” said U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. William West, U.S. Africa Command deputy director of operations.  “As a result, the Federal Government of Somalia has increased its governance in the region.  This civil government engagement is absolutely vital and is helping to create durable, long-term stability.”

 

The Federal Government of Somalia and partner forces continue to make incursions into territory formerly controlled by al-Shabaab.

 

“Our efforts at training Somali forces are paying dividends,” said West.  “When we train a relatively small unit and that unit then engages with other Somali forces, the experience and professionalism we instilled in the original unit spreads to others, and that’s making a difference.”

 

At this time, it is assessed this airstrike killed two al-Shabaab terrorists.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike.  When warranted, processes and procedures exist that allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counter-terror operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

AFRICOM for April 15, 2019 – April 15, 2019
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Report Date

April 15, 2019

U.S. confirms airstrike against ISIS-Somalia’s Abdulhakim Dhuqub

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia’s continued efforts to degrade violent extremist organizations, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike in the vicinity of Xiriiro, Bari Region, Somalia, on April 14, 2019, killing Abdulhakim Dhuqub, a high ranking ISIS-Somalia official.

 

As second in command of ISIS-Somalia, Dhuqub was responsible for the daily operations of the extremist group, attack planning, and resource procurement.

 

The U.S. supports the Federal Government of Somalia’s efforts to advance economic development, increase governance, and further develop its military institutions. U.S. Africa Command precision airstrikes support Somali security force activities and build enhanced security conditions to allow time and space for governance and economic development to occur.

 

“We continue to work with our Somali partners to keep pressure on the al-Shabaab and ISIS-Somalia terror networks,” said Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Gregg Olson, U.S. Africa Command director of operations. “When it supports the strategy, we use precision airstrikes to target those who plan and carry out the violent extremist activities that put Somalis at risk.”

 

At this time, it is assessed this airstrike killed only Dhuqub and destroyed one vehicle.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike. Our process and procedures allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counterterrorism operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

AFRICOM for April 12, 2019 – April 12, 2019
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Report Date

April 12, 2019

Somali Forces & U.S. Africa Command Conduct Airstrike Targeting Al-Shabaab

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia’s continued efforts to degrade al-Shabaab, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike in the vicinity of Garowle,Lower Shabelle Region, Somalia, on April 11, 2019.

 

Airstrikes are one part of the U.S. strategy to support Somali forces in their commitment to the Federal Government of Somalia’s advancement of economic development, governance, and their military institutions.

 

“We continue to target and strike various levels of leadership within the al-Shabaab network,” said Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Gregg Olson, U.S. Africa Command director of operations. “These precision strikes help sow discord within the ranks of al-Shabaab.”

 

The Somalia National Army (SNA) and partner forces continue to increase pressure on the al-Shabaab terrorist network. These precision airstrikes support Somalia security force activities and build enhanced security conditions to allow time and space for government and economic development to occur. They directly impact al-Shabaab’s ability to carry out activities and recruitment.

 

At this time, it is assessed this airstrike killed two (2) terrorists and destroyed one (1) motorcycle.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike. Our process and procedures allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counterterrorism operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

 

AFRICOM for April 10, 2019 – April 10, 2019
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Report Date

April 10, 2019

Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. target al-Shabaab

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia’s continued efforts to weaken al-Shabaab, U.S. forces conducted an airstrike in the vicinity of Jilib, Middle Juba Region, Somalia, on April 9, 2019.

 

Airstrikes highlight the U.S. and Somali forces commitment to a strategy that supports the Federal Government of Somalia and its ability to advance economic development, governance, and their military institutions. Airstrikes are conducted in compliance with the law of armed conflict.

 

“Continued pressure on the al-Shabaab network is critical to progress,” said U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Gregg Olson, U.S. Africa Command director of operations. “Our assistance complements the Federal Government of Somalia’s efforts to create stability and a better future for the Somali people.”

 

At this time, it is assessed this airstrike killed one (1) terrorist.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike. When warranted, processes and procedures exist that allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

The Federal Government of Somalia and partner forces continue to make incursions into territory formerly controlled by al-Shabaab. Somalia remains key to the East Africa security environment, and its long-term stability is important to advancing U.S. interests in the region.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counter-terror operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

AFRICOM for April 9, 2019 – April 9, 2019
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Report Date

April 9, 2019

Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. target al-Shabaab

 

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia’s continued efforts to weaken al-Shabaab, U.S. forces conducted an airstrike in the vicinity of Jilib, Middle Juba Region, Somalia, on April 9, 2019.

 

Airstrikes highlight the U.S. and Somali forces commitment to a strategy that supports the Federal Government of Somalia and its ability to advance economic development, governance, and their military institutions. Airstrikes are conducted in compliance with the law of armed conflict.

 

“Continued pressure on the al-Shabaab network is critical to progress,” said U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Gregg Olson, U.S. Africa Command director of operations. “Our assistance complements the Federal Government of Somalia’s efforts to create stability and a better future for the Somali people.”

 

At this time, it is assessed this airstrike killed one (1) terrorist.

 

Currently, we assess no civilians were injured or killed as a result of this airstrike. When warranted, processes and procedures exist that allow for additional information to inform post-strike analysis.

 

The Federal Government of Somalia and partner forces continue to make incursions into territory formerly controlled by al-Shabaab. Somalia remains key to the East Africa security environment, and its long-term stability is important to advancing U.S. interests in the region.

 

U.S. Africa Command will continue to work with its partners to transfer the responsibility for long-term security in Somalia from AMISOM to the Federal Government of Somalia and its Member States.  In support of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces will use all effective and appropriate methods to assist in the protection of the Somali people, including partnered military counter-terror operations with the Federal Government of Somalia, AMISOM, and Somali National Army forces.

 

French MoD for April 3, 2019 – April 9, 2019
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Report Date

April 9, 2019

Notes

For April 3rd-9th, French MoD report 66 sorties and 2 airstrikes.

CHAMMAL
SITUATION MILITAIRE DU THÉÂTRE

L’opération Chammal, au sein de la Coalition, poursuit la lutte contre Daesh et continue à appuyer les Forces Démocratiques Syriennes (FDS), en Syrie, dans la moyenne vallée de l’Euphrate, et les Forces de Sécurité Irakiennes (FSI), en Irak.

À la suite des combats qui ont conduit à la fin de l’emprise territoriale du pseudo-califat, ces opérations, allant du renseignement aux frappes ont pour vocation d’interdire toute tentative de résurgence de Daesh, qui agit désormais en semi-clandestinité.

En Syrie, les FDS poursuivent les opérations de sécurisation de la MERV.

En Irak, la situation sécuritaire reste sous contrôle des FSI. Le pèlerinage de Kaazhimiyah (Al Khadeim) qui s’est tenu du 28 mars au 4 avril s’est déroulé sans incident. La sixième division irakienne a participé aux opérations de filtrage en marge de ce pèlerinage, après avoir bénéficié des conseils de la Task Force Monsabert.

ACTIVITÉ DE LA FORCE

La France poursuit son engagement au sein du pilier appui de la coalition à travers la poursuite des opérations aériennes.

Le groupe aéronaval agit toujours en soutien de l’opération CHAMMAL.

Visite du commandant de la Coalition à bord au groupe aéronaval

Le porte-avions a reçu la visite, le 6 avril, du lieutenant général LaCamera, commandant de la « Combined Joint Task Force » (CJTF) de la coalition, accompagné du général de brigade aérienne Vigilant, French Senior National Representative (SNR) de l’opération Chammal. Il s’agissait de la première visite du commandant de l’opération Inherent Resolve à une unité française engagée au sein du CJTF.

La Task Force Monsabert participe à la formation « servant » sur l’obusier M198

Du 24 au 27 mars, les spécialistes de la Task Force Monsabert ont secondé les instructeurs de l’école d’artillerie irakienne lors d’un cours de formation d’équipage de pièce sur l’obusier de 155 mm M198 Howitzer.

La formation initiale des artilleurs irakiens étant dédiée à l’utilisation des mortiers de 120 mm, une formation complémentaire sur ce matériel dont sont dotés les Irakiens était nécessaire.

La générale de brigade Duncan rend visite à la Task Force Monsabert.

Le jeudi 4 avril, la générale de brigade australienne Ana Duncan, chef de la division « plans » de la Coalition a rendu visite au sein de la Task Force Monsabert, dont elle a pu constater la spécificité au sein du pilier « formation » de l’opération Inherent Resolve.

Les militaires français vivent au sein même de la 6e division. Ce positionnement lui permet d’optimiser et d’élargir son offre de formation : la Task Force Monsabert offre à la fois des actions d’advise and assist, d’instruction des soldats, de formation des cadres et de coaching des formateurs, dans une quinzaine de domaines de spécialités différents.

Sorties air hebdomadaires (bilan du 3 au 9 avril inclus)

Les aéronefs français basés en Jordanie et aux Émirats arabes unis, et projetés depuis le groupe aéronaval poursuivent leurs actions contre Daech, au sein de la coalition.
Cette semaine, les aéronefs de l’opération Chammal ont réalisé 66 sorties aériennes. Les Rafale français ont conduit 2 frappes cette semaine.

CJTF–OIR for March 24, 2019 – April 6, 2019
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Report Date

April 6, 2019

CJTF-OIR Strike Summary March 24 – April 6, 2019

SOUTHWEST ASIA – Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve and its partners continue to target and pursue the enduring defeat of Daesh.

CJTF-OIR and partner forces have liberated nearly 110,000 square kilometers (42,471 square miles) from Daesh; as a result, 7.7 million people no longer live under Daesh oppression.

CJTF-OIR remains committed to the enduring defeat of Daesh to improve conditions for peace and stability in the region, and to protect all our homelands from Daesh’s terrorist threat.

Strike Summary

Between March 24 – April 6, 2019, CJTF-OIR conducted 52 strikes consisting of 98 engagements against Daesh targets in Syria and Iraq.

In Syria, CJTF-OIR conducted 29 strikes consisting of 53 engagements, engaged 28 Daesh tactical units, and destroyed 72 vehicles, 17 fighting positions, 15 supply routes, and three vehicle borne improvised explosive devices.

In Iraq, CJTF-OIR conducted 23 strikes consisting of 45 engagements, engaged three Daesh tactical units, and destroyed seven tunnels, four supply routes, two buildings, two caves, one command and control center, and one compound.

Between March 24 – April 6, 2019, CJTF-OIR detected 67 strikes from other actors that crossed the Euphrates River Valley. CJTF-OIR is committed to avoiding and in every case minimizing civilian casualties; CJTF-OIR calls on all other actors in the area to observe the same precautions.

This Coalition strike release contains all strikes conducted by fighter, attack, bomber, rotary-wing, or remotely piloted aircraft, rocket propelled artillery and ground-based tactical artillery.

A strike, as defined in the Coalition release, refers to one or more kinetic engagements that occur in roughly the same geographic location to produce a single, sometimes cumulative effect in that location. For example, a single aircraft delivering a single weapon against a lone Daesh vehicle is one strike, but so is multiple aircraft delivering dozens of weapons against a group of Daesh-held buildings and weapon systems in a compound, having the cumulative effect of making that facility harder or impossible to use. Strike assessments are based on initial reports and may be refined.

Report Date

April 6, 2019

Report Summary

  • 52 total strikes
  • 29 in Syria
  • 23 in Iraq

Confirmed Actions

US

CJTF-OIR Strike Summary March 24 – April 6, 2019

SOUTHWEST ASIA – Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve and its partners continue to target and pursue the enduring defeat of Daesh.

CJTF-OIR and partner forces have liberated nearly 110,000 square kilometers (42,471 square miles) from Daesh; as a result, 7.7 million people no longer live under Daesh oppression.

CJTF-OIR remains committed to the enduring defeat of Daesh to improve conditions for peace and stability in the region, and to protect all our homelands from Daesh's terrorist threat.

Strike Summary

Between March 24 - April 6, 2019, CJTF-OIR conducted 52 strikes consisting of 98 engagements against Daesh targets in Syria and Iraq.

March 24, 2019 – April 6, 2019
Syria: 29 strikes
Iraq: 23 strikes
In Syria, CJTF-OIR conducted 29 strikes consisting of 53 engagements, engaged 28 Daesh tactical units, and destroyed 72 vehicles, 17 fighting positions, 15 supply routes, and three vehicle borne improvised explosive devices.
In Iraq, CJTF-OIR conducted 23 strikes consisting of 45 engagements, engaged three Daesh tactical units, and destroyed seven tunnels, four supply routes, two buildings, two caves, one command and control center, and one compound.

Between March 24 - April 6, 2019, CJTF-OIR detected 67 strikes from other actors that crossed the Euphrates River Valley. CJTF-OIR is committed to avoiding and in every case minimizing civilian casualties; CJTF-OIR calls on all other actors in the area to observe the same precautions.

This Coalition strike release contains all strikes conducted by fighter, attack, bomber, rotary-wing, or remotely piloted aircraft, rocket propelled artillery and ground-based tactical artillery.

A strike, as defined in the Coalition release, refers to one or more kinetic engagements that occur in roughly the same geographic location to produce a single, sometimes cumulative effect in that location. For example, a single aircraft delivering a single weapon against a lone Daesh vehicle is one strike, but so is multiple aircraft delivering dozens of weapons against a group of Daesh-held buildings and weapon systems in a compound, having the cumulative effect of making that facility harder or impossible to use. Strike assessments are based on initial reports and may be refined.

AFRICOM for April 5, 2019 – April 5, 2019
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Report Date

April 5, 2019

U.S. Africa Command commander-directed review reveals civilian casualties

 

During a commander-directed review of airstrikes conducted in Somalia since 2017, U.S. Africa Command learned an April 1, 2018 airstrike killed two civilians. The commander, U.S. Africa Command directed the review due to a recent increase in airstrikes and continued interest by Amnesty International and Congress on civilian casualties.

 

“Credibility, transparency, and accountability are fundamental to military operations,” said U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Thomas D. Waldhauser, commander, U.S. Africa Command. “It is critically important that people understand we adhere to exacting standards and when we fall short, we acknowledge shortcomings and take appropriate action.”

 

The April 2018 airstrike was designed to degrade the al-Shabaab terrorist group near El Burr, Somalia. In the airstrike four al-Shabaab militants also were killed. The airstrike was not one of the allegations presented by Amnesty International in its March 2019 report.

 

On March 30, 2019, the command was notified about the results of a post-strike internal assessment conducted in April 2018 that found credible evidence of the two civilian casualties. Unfortunately, the finding was not properly reported to U.S. Africa Command headquarters.

 

Because of the reporting error, U.S. Africa Command was not informed of the assessment’s conclusion-and subsequently the information was not reported to external authorities, such as the host nation and Congress.

 

Consequently, on April 2, 2018, U.S. Africa Command stated in a press release based on an initial post-strike intelligence review the strike killed five al-Shabaab terrorists, and that the command assessed “no civilians were killed in this airstrike.” Unaware of the subsequent assessment and findings, senior leaders later stated during congressional testimony and media engagements that U.S. forces caused zero civilian casualties in Africa.

 

U.S. Africa Command is committed to transparency in its reporting of civilian casualties. While believed to be an isolated occurrence, the reporting error is being addressed.

 

The Federal Government of Somalia was notified of this newly learned information, and U.S. Africa Command remains in close coordination with our partners.

 

U.S. Africa Command takes prudent measures to minimize civilian casualties and fully complies with the Law of Armed Conflict. The Command has processes in place to ensure the safety and protection of the local population remains a top priority.

 

“Airstrike assessments are a critical and continuous component of operations,” said Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Gregg Olson, U.S. Africa Command director of operations. “Trust and credibility are central to our operations. If an innocent loss of life occurs, we are committed to being transparent and learning from this regrettable incident to prevent future occurrences.”

 

The command has executed 28 airstrikes in Somalia in 2019, compared to 47 in 2018 and 35 in 2017.

French MoD for March 27, 2019 – April 2, 2019
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Report Date

April 2, 2019

Notes

For March 27th to April 2nd, France report that its Rafales conducted 36 air sorties but no strikes.

CHAMMAL
SITUATION MILITAIRE DU THÉÂTRE

Poursuite des opérations en Syrie

L’opération Chammal, au sein de la Coalition, continue à appuyer les Forces Démocratiques Syriennes (FDS) dans leur lutte contre Daesh, en particulier pour la sécurisation de la moyenne vallée de l’Euphrate, après l’annonce de fin de l’emprise territoriale du pseudo-califat faite par les FDS le samedi 23 mars. La lutte contre Daesh continue.

Poursuite des actions en Irak
La situation sécuritaire est stable en Irak, et reste sous contrôle des Forces de sécurité intérieures qui poursuivent leur effort dans la lutte contre Daech.

ACTIVITÉ DE LA FORCE
La France poursuit son engagement au sein du pilier appui de la coalition à travers la poursuite des opérations aériennes. Le groupe aéronaval est toujours intégré à l’opération Chammal.

Le partenariat de la TF Monsabert et de l’école d’artillerie irakienne
La Task Force (TF) Monsabert déploie depuis février 2019 une équipe d’instructeurs au sein de l’école d’artillerie irakienne en plus des actions de formation et de conseil au profit de la 6e division irakienne.

Une équipe composée de dix artilleurs est responsable de ce nouvel axe de formation en plus des équipes dédiées aux cours donnés aux bataillons d’artillerie de la 6e division.

Deux types de cours sont dispensés : les cours de l’avant et de l’arrière.
Le cours de l’avant est un stage très sélectif dont l’objectif est de donner la qualification de « joint fire observer ». Les élèves qui termineront les huit semaines de formation seront en mesure de planifier le soutien feu interarmées, de fournir des renseignements ou le guidage pour les aéronefs lors d’opération de soutien aérien ou de combat rapproché.

Une trentaine de candidats ont été proposés pour participer au premier stage qui a débuté le 23 février.

Le cours de l’arrière forme des soldats et des instructeurs aux fondamentaux de l’artillerie comme l’emploi des canons ou le calcul de tir… Après deux mois de cours, plus de 330 élèves ont été formés.

Seize stages sont programmés jusqu’en juin.

Une journée avec les démineurs – EOD de la TF Monsabert
Le dimanche 16 mars, à Bagdad, les démineurs français de la TF Monsabert, et irakiens de la 24e brigade irakienne ont organisé une séance conjointe afin de détruire les munitions utilisées de manière conventionnelle ou les éléments utilisés pour la confection d’Engins explosifs improvisés (EEI). Une vingtaine d’obus de 122 mm et autres composants avaient été saisis par les soldats de la 6e division dans des caches de Daech. Ils ont été détruits selon les procédures des spécialistes irakiens sous l’œil attentif des Français.
Les EOD des deux nations (Explosive ordnance disposal) ont ainsi pu partager leur savoir-faire, et ce nouvel exercice conjoint a permis de confirmer les compétences techniques des Irakiens dans le domaine des EOD. Les démineurs français ont proposé aux sapeurs irakiens quelques aménagements pour gagner en sécurité lors de ce type de séance, notamment à travers la mise en place de moyens médicaux adaptés à proximité des interventions.

Sorties air hebdomadaires (bilan du 27 mars au 2 avril inclus)
Les aéronefs français basés en Jordanie et aux Émirats arabes unis, et projetés depuis le groupe aéronaval poursuivent leurs actions contre Daech, au sein de la coalition.
Cette semaine, les aéronefs de l’opération Chammal ont réalisé 36 sorties aériennes (bilan du 27 mars au 02 avril inclus). Les Rafale français n’ont pas conduit de frappe cette semaine.

CENTCOM for January 1, 2019 – April 1, 2019
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Report Date

April 1, 2019

Apr. 1, 2019

Release Number 20190401-01

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

TAMPA, Fla. – U.S. Central Command conducted 8 total air strikes in Yemen in 2019 targeting al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP).

CENTCOM conducted two air strikes in January and six airstrikes in March. The January air strikes took place in Marib and Al Bayda Governates respectively. The March airstrikes took place in Al Bayda Governate.

All strikes this year targeted AQAP terrorists. The Jan. 1 strike targeted Jamal al-Badawi, one of the planners involved in the USS Cole bombing.

“In coordination with the government of Yemen, U.S. forces continue to support ongoing counterterrorism operations against AQAP and ISIS-Y to disrupt and destroy militants’ attack-plotting efforts, networks, and freedom of maneuver within the region,” said Lt. Col. Earl Brown, a CENTCOM spokesman.

CENTCOM does not report the number or type of aircraft employed in a strike, the number of munitions dropped in each strike, the number of individual munition impact points against a target, or the organization of U.S. forces

Report Date

April 1, 2019

Confirmed Actions

US

Apr. 1, 2019

Release Number 20190401-01

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 1, 2019 – April 1, 2019
TAMPA, Fla. – U.S. Central Command conducted 8 total air strikes in Yemen in 2019 targeting al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP).

CENTCOM conducted two air strikes in January and six airstrikes in March. The January air strikes took place in Marib and Al Bayda Governates respectively. The March airstrikes took place in Al Bayda Governate.

All strikes this year targeted AQAP terrorists. The Jan. 1 strike targeted Jamal al-Badawi, one of the planners involved in the USS Cole bombing.

“In coordination with the government of Yemen, U.S. forces continue to support ongoing counterterrorism operations against AQAP and ISIS-Y to disrupt and destroy militants' attack-plotting efforts, networks, and freedom of maneuver within the region,” said Lt. Col. Earl Brown, a CENTCOM spokesman.

CENTCOM does not report the number or type of aircraft employed in a strike, the number of munitions dropped in each strike, the number of individual munition impact points against a target, or the organization of U.S. forces

UK MoD for March 27, 2019 – March 27, 2019
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March 27, 2019

Wednesday 27 March – Typhoons collapsed the entrances to two caves used by Daesh in northern Iraq…

Following the liberation by the Syrian Democratic Forces of the last territory held by Daesh in Syria, Royal Air Force aircraft have continued to fly daily armed reconnaissance missions ready to support both the SDF and the Iraqi security forces to frustrate any attempts by the terrorists to re-establish a presence in either country.

On Wednesday 27 March, two Typhoon FGR4s flying from RAF Akrotiri, and supported by a Voyager air refuelling tanker as normal, were tasked to assist the Iraqis, who had identified a set of caves used by Daesh in very hilly terrain some thirteen miles east of Bayji. The Typhoons were able to strike the two cave entrances with a Paveway IV apiece.

French MoD for March 20, 2019 – March 26, 2019
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Report Date

March 26, 2019

Notes

From March 20th to March 26th, French MoD report that aircraft conducted 26 sorties but no airstrikes.

CHAMMAL
SITUATION MILITAIRE DU THÉÂTRE

Reprise de la poche de Baghouz
Après de violents combats, les Forces Démocratiques Syriennes ont planté leur drapeau sur Baghouz le samedi 23 mars, ce qui marque la fin de l’emprise territoriale de Daesh au Levant.
Cette chute du pseudo-califat marque une étape décisive et couronne les efforts des Forces Démocratiques Syriennes, des forces de sécurité irakiennes, de la coalition internationale et des forces françaises de l’opération Chammal, dans la moyenne vallée de l’Euphrate, mais elle ne signifie pas la fin de la guerre contre Daesh. Comme l’a annoncé la ministre des Armées, madame Florence Parly, le combat continue.
Poursuite des actions en Irak
La situation sécuritaire reste stable en Irak, et reste sous contrôle des forces de sécurité intérieures.
ACTIVITÉ DE LA FORCE

A la suite de la reprise des derniers territoires encore aux mains de Daesh, le dispositif des forces françaises engagées au Levant va évoluer ces prochaines semaines. La France poursuit actuellement son engagement au sein du pilier appui de la coalition à travers la poursuite des opérations aériennes : ; les aéronefs français continuent de remplir des missions de surveillance et de renseignement en Irak et en Syrie tout en étant en mesure de procéder à des frappes.

Le groupe aéronaval participe toujours à l’opération Chammal. Le destroyer américain USS Ross a rejoint le groupe aéronaval le 22 mars.
Un A330 MRTT « Phénix » participe pour la première fois à la relève des Rafale au Levant

Vendredi 22 mars 2019, l’A330 Phénix de la 31e escadre aérienne de ravitaillement et de transport stratégique a été déployé au Levant, dans le cadre de la relève de deux avions de combat Rafale.

Pour la première fois, le nouvel avion stratégique de l’Armée de l’air a convoyé deux Rafale de la 30e escadre de la base aérienne 118 de Mont-de-Marsan, qui ont pris le relais deux Rafale de la 4e escadre, stationnée sur la base aérienne 113 de Saint-Dizier. Le Phénix a décollé peu après 9 h de la base aérienne 125 d’Istres. Il a rejoint les Rafale de Mont-de-Marsan sur un axe de ravitaillement au large de la Corse. Après 4 h 30 de vol, le Phénix a atterri à Amman-Marqa en Jordanie. Au total, un peu plus de douze tonnes de pétrole ont été délivrées aux deux avions de chasse.
Il s’agissait du premier véritable convoyage d’avions d’armes confié à un Phénix. Le succès de cette mission confirme les capacités du Phénix, et en particulier, le système de préparation de mission récemment reçu.

Livré à l’Armée de l’air au mois de septembre 2018, le Phénix est un aéronef multi-rôles, tant ravitailleur que transporteur (fret et passagers). L’avion de ligne A330 a été militarisé et adapté aux besoins spécifiques de l’Armée de l’air. En janvier dernier, l’A330 Phénix réalisait sa première mission très longue distance dans le cadre de l’exercice « Marathon-Monfreid ».

Si la dissuasion reste la mission première des ravitailleurs, le Phénix permettra aussi d’assurer, sans discontinuité et avec des performances substantiellement accrues, les missions de ravitaillement en vol des capacités conventionnelles de transport de personnel et de fret, d’évacuation aéro-médicalisée et de relais de communication et de renseignement. Aux termes de la loi de programmation militaire 2019-2025, l’Armée de l’air sera dotée de 15 Phénix à l’horizon 2025.

La Task Force Monsabert forme les auxiliaires sanitaires irakiens

Fin mars a lieu le pèlerinage chiite d’Al Kadhimiya qui est l’un des plus importants de la région. Cet événement — qui rassemble des millions de personnes à Bagdad —, constitue un réel défi pour la 6e division irakienne chargée de la sécurité de la capitale. Il représente également un défi pour les auxiliaires sanitaires militaires.

La Task force Monsabert a organisé avec l’équipe médicale française un programme de formation et d’entraînements spécifiques qui s’est déroulé du 17 au 19 mars, pour entraîner le personnel de santé irakien en vue de son déploiement sur le terrain.

La première journée a été consacrée à la remise à niveau des ambulances irakiennes. Les véhicules ont été équipés selon des standards simples, avec du matériel adapté pour les premiers secours et le combat.

Pour la seconde journée, les instructeurs ont créé trois protocoles de prise en charge de blessé adaptés aux ressources matérielles dont disposent les Irakiens.
Les stagiaires ont pu mettre en pratique les procédures et protocoles nouvellement acquis de la prise en charge sur le lieu de l’incident au transport vers le centre de traitement.

Sorties air hebdomadaires (bilan du 20 au 26 mars inclus)

Les aéronefs français basés en Jordanie et aux Émirats arabes unis, et projetés depuis le groupe aéronaval poursuivent leurs actions contre Daech, au sein de la coalition.
Cette semaine, les aéronefs de l’opération Chammal ont réalisé 62 sorties aériennes (bilan du 20 au 26 mars inclus). Les Rafale français n’ont pas conduit de frappe cette semaine.

CJTF–OIR for March 23, 2019 – March 23, 2019
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March 23, 2019

Coalition, partner forces liberate last territory held by Daesh

SOUTHWEST ASIA – The Coalition congratulates the Syrian Democratic Forces on the liberation of the remaining civilians under Daesh control and the elimination of Daesh’s self-proclaimed territorial caliphate in the Middle Euphrates River Valley, Syria, March 23, 2019.

Since the beginning of operations in 2014, the Coalition and partner forces have liberated nearly 110,000 square kilometers (42,471 square miles) from Daesh; as a result, 7.7 million people no longer live under Daesh oppression.

“The end of the so called physical caliphate is a historic military accomplishment that brought together the largest Coalition in history, but the fight against Daesh and violent extremism is far from over,” said U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Paul LaCamera, Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve commanding general.

The SDF ground operation to defeat Daesh in the MERV began in September 2018. Coalition and Iraqi Security Forces supported the ground offensive through cross border air and artillery strikes. The Coalition and its partner forces have, among other areas, liberated Hajin, Dashisha, land around Deir ez-Zor and Baghuz Faqwani.

“It is important for us to remember all those who died during the fight against Daesh. During this four-year campaign, thousands of Syrian Democratic Forces and Iraqi Security Forces did not return to their families. I pray for your losses, and for a speedy recovery of your wounded,” said LaCamera. “We also cannot forget our Coalition members who saw their last full measure of devotion in the pursuit of defeating Daesh. These Coalition and partner force fighters put their nation’s needs before their own and defended the world against the threat of Daesh. They represented the best of their country. We must never forget their courage, dedication, and sacrifice.”

LaCamera continued, “The 74 nation and five international organization Coalition will need to maintain a vigilant offensive against this now widely dispersed and disaggregated organization.”

“Make no mistake, Daesh is preserving their force” LaCamera added. “They have made calculated decisions to preserve what is left of their dwindling personnel and capabilities by taking their chances in camps for internally displaced persons and going to ground in remote areas. They are waiting for the right time to reemerge.”

More than 60,000 Daesh terrorist and civilian have surrendered or fled from Baghuz Faqwani over the past month.
“Many civilians evacuated from Baghuz Faqwani are family members of Daesh terrorists and they willingly subscribed to Daesh’s radical ideology. These family members will not easily abandon their ideology. Their reintegration into society will require a collective effort from the coalition and international community to help eliminate conditions that would allow Daesh to reemerge,” said LaCamera.

“Now is not the time to rest and the assistance from the members of the Coalition is critical in consolidating our military gains. We recognize that military action alone will not ensure success and will continue to advocate continued support towards the enduring defeat of Daesh. International support to Iraq and northeast Syria is critical to the success of the enduring defeat of Daesh. More importantly, we must redouble our efforts at defeating their ideology,” LaCamera concluded.

The Coalition will continue work with our SDF partners and assist them in building their capabilities to ensure the enduring defeat of Daesh; we will also focus on defeating their ideology.

Report Date

March 23, 2019

Coalition, partner forces liberate last territory held by Daesh

SOUTHWEST ASIA - The Coalition congratulates the Syrian Democratic Forces on the liberation of the remaining civilians under Daesh control and the elimination of Daesh's self-proclaimed territorial caliphate in the Middle Euphrates River Valley, Syria, March 23, 2019.

Since the beginning of operations in 2014, the Coalition and partner forces have liberated nearly 110,000 square kilometers (42,471 square miles) from Daesh; as a result, 7.7 million people no longer live under Daesh oppression.

"The end of the so called physical caliphate is a historic military accomplishment that brought together the largest Coalition in history, but the fight against Daesh and violent extremism is far from over," said U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Paul LaCamera, Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve commanding general.

The SDF ground operation to defeat Daesh in the MERV began in September 2018. Coalition and Iraqi Security Forces supported the ground offensive through cross border air and artillery strikes. The Coalition and its partner forces have, among other areas, liberated Hajin, Dashisha, land around Deir ez-Zor and Baghuz Faqwani.

"It is important for us to remember all those who died during the fight against Daesh. During this four-year campaign, thousands of Syrian Democratic Forces and Iraqi Security Forces did not return to their families. I pray for your losses, and for a speedy recovery of your wounded," said LaCamera. "We also cannot forget our Coalition members who saw their last full measure of devotion in the pursuit of defeating Daesh. These Coalition and partner force fighters put their nation's needs before their own and defended the world against the threat of Daesh. They represented the best of their country. We must never forget their courage, dedication, and sacrifice."

LaCamera continued, "The 74 nation and five international organization Coalition will need to maintain a vigilant offensive against this now widely dispersed and disaggregated organization."

"Make no mistake, Daesh is preserving their force" LaCamera added. "They have made calculated decisions to preserve what is left of their dwindling personnel and capabilities by taking their chances in camps for internally displaced persons and going to ground in remote areas. They are waiting for the right time to reemerge."

More than 60,000 Daesh terrorist and civilian have surrendered or fled from Baghuz Faqwani over the past month.

"Many civilians evacuated from Baghuz Faqwani are family members of Daesh terrorists and they willingly subscribed to Daesh's radical ideology. These family members will not easily abandon their ideology. Their reintegration into society will require a collective effort from the coalition and international community to help eliminate conditions that would allow Daesh to reemerge," said LaCamera.

"Now is not the time to rest and the assistance from the members of the Coalition is critical in consolidating our military gains. We recognize that military action alone will not ensure success and will continue to advocate continued support towards the enduring defeat of Daesh. International support to Iraq and northeast Syria is critical to the success of the enduring defeat of Daesh. More importantly, we must redouble our efforts at defeating their ideology," LaCamera concluded.

The Coalition will continue work with our SDF partners and assist them in building their capabilities to ensure the enduring defeat of Daesh; we will also focus on defeating their ideology.