U.S. Gives Name to War Against ISIS, ISIS Baits U.S. in Video
The U.S. today announced the name for the war against ISIS. It's called "Operation Resolve."
The operation name applies retroactively to all U.S. military actions conducted against ISIL in Iraq and Syria since airstrikes against ISIL began Aug. 8 in Iraq, officials said.
The name Inherent Resolve is intended to reflect the unwavering resolve and deep commitment of the U.S. and partner nations in the region and around the globe to eliminate the terrorist group ISIL and the threat they pose to Iraq, the region and the wider international community, Centcom officials explained.
100 U.S. military advisors arrived in Anbar today to train Iraqi forces and tribe members.
ISIS has released a new video of three foreign fighters challenging the U.S. to send ground troops, titled "Wait, We Also Are Waiting." SITE has the transcript and a description. Or, you can watch it here.
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