ISIS Attack In Syria Leaves Two US Soldiers Dead, Three Injured | World News
Two US soldiers and a civilian translator were killed in an ambush by a lone ISIS gunman in Syria, US Central Command (USCENTCOM) confirmed on Saturday. The incident occurred during ongoing anti-ISIS operations in the region.
3 US soldiers were also injured in the attack. The gunman was later engaged and killed by U.S. and partner forces, according to the military.
Pentagon Chief Spokesperson Sean Parnell said that the attack took place in Palmyra, Syria. At the time of the incident, U.S. forces were conducting a significant leadership engagement as part of counterterrorism efforts against ISIS.
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Parnell confirmed that the victims included two US Army soldiers and a civilian US interpreter. Three soldiers were injured in the ambush and were treated.
Two US Army soldiers and a civilian US translator were killed and three others were injured today in Palmyra, Syria.
The attack occurred as soldiers clashed with a key leader. Their mission was to support the ongoing fight against ISIS and terrorism… Sean Parnell (@SeanParnellASW) December 13, 2025
CENTCOM Confirms Losses
In its official statement, USCENTCOM said that the attack took place on December 13. The military said the lone ISIS gunman set up an ambush before being neutralized.
CENTCOM added that the identities of the dead soldiers will be kept for 24 hours. This step is being taken to give time to notify the families of those killed. The command said more details will be shared as they become available.
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Reaction of US Officials
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth reacted strongly to the attack, confirming that the gunman responsible was killed by joint forces. In a post on X, he warned that anyone targeting Americans would face a decisive response from the United States.
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll also expressed his condolences following the incident.
