Events tagged with "tabqa"

Historical Events tagged with "tabqa"

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Military & Warfare

U.S. Airlift Supports Syrian Democratic Forces

March 22nd, 2017 7 years ago

In a move to assist the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) against the Islamic State, approximately 500 members were airlifted south of the Euphrates River by United States Air Force helicopters, marking the beginning of the Battle of Tabqa. This operation aimed to recapture strategic areas from ISIS control in the Raqqa province, crucial for the fight against the terrorist group. The airlift demonstration highlighted the U.S. commitment to its allies in the region amid escalating conflict.