A recent U.S. military operation in Iraq resulted in the death of at least 15 Islamic State militants, with several U.S. soldiers sustaining injuries. The operation, which took place in Anbar, western Iraq, targeted ISIS leaders and disrupted their ability to plan and execute attacks. Some of the dead ISIS figures were in leadership positions. The U.S. soldiers suffered injuries that were not life-threatening, including possible traumatic brain injuries. The soldiers involved in the operation were armed with weapons, grenades, and explosive suicide belts. The goal of the operation was to protect Iraqi civilians as well as U.S. citizens, allies, and partners in the region and beyond. There were no reported civilian casualties. Iraqi Security Forces are continuing to investigate the locations raided during the operation. CENTCOM released a statement confirming the details of the operation, emphasizing that the mission was successful in disrupting ISIS activities. The article was originally reported by NBC News and more information is available on their website.
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