Two U.S. Army soldiers and a U.S. civilian interpreter were killed during an attack in central Syria while supporting ongoing counter-ISIS operations, the Pentagon confirmed. Three additional U.S. personnel were wounded and are receiving medical care.
The attack occurred near the city of Palmyra during a military engagement focused on targeting ISIS leadership. According to U.S. officials, American forces were operating in an area outside the control of Syria's central government when they came under attack. Initial assessments indicate the assault was likely carried out by ISIS.
