Newsbytes
  • India
  • Business
  • World
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Science
  • Entertainment
  • Auto
  • Lifestyle
  • Inspirational
  • Career
  • Bengaluru
  • Delhi
  • Mumbai
  • Videos
  • Find Cricket Statistics
Hindi
More
Newsbytes
Hindi
Newsbytes
User Placeholder

Hi,

Logout


India
Business
World
Politics
Sports
Science
Entertainment
Auto
Lifestyle
Inspirational
Career
Bengaluru
Delhi
Mumbai
Videos
Find Cricket Statistics

More Links
  • Videos

Download Android App

Follow us on
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Linkedin
  • Youtube
 
Home / News / World News / US forces kill ISIS chief: Here's how the operation unfolded
  • World

    US forces kill ISIS chief: Here's how the operation unfolded

    Shalini Ojha
    Written by
    Shalini Ojha
    Twitter
    Last updated on Oct 28, 2019, 09:36 am
    US forces kill ISIS chief: Here's how the operation unfolded
  • ISIS, the terror outfit which excelled in inflicting fear across the globe with brutal beheading videos and innumerable attacks, lost its leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi this weekend.

    President Donald Trump on Sunday announced ISIS founder died like a "dog" in a raid carried out by US forces in the quiet of the night.

    But what exactly happened that night? Let's tell you.

  • In this article
    Baghdadi died like a coward, Trump announced yesterday Eight helicopters took off from Iraq, attacked Baghdadi's compound Washington spoke to Russia to ensure soldiers' safety Baghdadi's daughter handed over DNA According to senior US official, two soldiers were injured Less than 100 troops were on ground: Esper
  • Briefing

    Baghdadi died like a coward, Trump announced yesterday

    Baghdadi died like a coward, Trump announced yesterday
  • In his press briefing on Sunday, Trump disclosed that ISIS fiend died like a "coward" at the end of a dangerous night-time raid.

    As US soldiers advanced towards him, Baghdadi fled into a dead-end tunnel, detonated his suicide vest, and killed his three children with him.

    "He died a coward. Crying, whimpering, screaming and bringing kids with him to die. Certain death," Trump said.

  • Operation

    Eight helicopters took off from Iraq, attacked Baghdadi's compound

  • According to WaPo, eight helicopters took off from northern Iraq on early Sunday and hovered for miles on hostile territory.

    On the ground, Baghdadi had taken refuge in a compound in northwestern Syria. His movements were being tracked by intelligence agencies.

    The forces dug holes into the compound's sides to steer clear of booby-trapped doors, revealed Trump.

    Baghdadi first retreated, then ran.

  • Do you know?

    Washington spoke to Russia to ensure soldiers' safety

  • According to officials, Washington coordinated with Russia to ensure its soldiers aren't harmed. Considering Russia backs Bashar al Assad's regime, this communication between countries gains prominence. The helicopters crossed airspace controlled by Turkey too.

  • DNA

    Baghdadi's daughter handed over DNA

    Baghdadi's daughter handed over DNA
  • The elite Delta Force reportedly conducted the operation along with the support of CIA and Kurdish forces. However, it's still unclear how the team was chosen and how they communicated with Washington.

    An official said Baghdadi's daughter voluntarily handed over DNA material to identify him.

    Trump also said nearly a dozen children were removed from the site, but it's unknown where they were taken.

  • Injuries

    According to senior US official, two soldiers were injured

    According to senior US official, two soldiers were injured
  • A gleaming Trump informed he "got to watch" the "dangerous raid". The President sat in Situation Room with Vice President Mike Pence, Defense Secretary Mark Esper, White House national security adviser Robert O'Brien and two generals, Mark Milley and Scott Howell.

    As per Esper, two army personnel suffered minor injuries, and that's about it.

    "They've already been returned to duty," he added.

  • Details

    Less than 100 troops were on ground: Esper

    Less than 100 troops were on ground: Esper
  • Esper added US forces attempted to call Baghdadi out of his nest, but he refused.

    He revealed that "less than 100" troops were on the ground, with several others being involved in supporting roles.

    Many aircraft, including CH-47 helicopters, were used for the operation. Some "local people" fired at the jets initially and US forces returned fire in self-defense, Esper went on.

  • Donald Trump
  • ISIS
  • CIA
  • White House
  • Mike Pence
  •  
Latest News
  • Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.11 million with 15K+ new cases
    Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.11 million with 15K+ new cases
    India
  • #HealthBytes: Carpal tunnel syndrome - its causes, symptoms, and prevention
    #HealthBytes: Carpal tunnel syndrome - its causes, symptoms, and prevention
    Lifestyle
  • Premier League, Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United: Records broken
    Premier League, Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United: Records broken
    Sports
  • Will Smith's new docuseries harps on America's birth of citizenship
    Will Smith's new docuseries harps on America's birth of citizenship
    Entertainment
  • #HealthBytes: A beginner's guide to working out at home
    #HealthBytes: A beginner's guide to working out at home
    Lifestyle
Trending Topics
Mohammed Bin Salman Coronavirus
Next News Article
Share
Cancel

Want to share it with your friends too?

Facebook Whatsapp Twitter Linkedin
Copied

Love World news?

Subscribe to stay updated.

World Thumbnail
India News Business News World News Politics News Sports News Science News Entertainment News Auto News Lifestyle News Inspirational News
Career News Bengaluru News Delhi News Mumbai News Bharti Airtel Mukesh Ambani Indian Premier League Samsung Virat Kohli Rohit Sharma
Cricket News YouTube Hollywood News WhatsApp Bollywood News ISRO Yoga Honda Batman Football News
BMW Vaccine Reliance Jio OPPO Food News, Healthy Recipes Royal Challengers Bangalore Toyota Fashion Tips Farmers Protest Mohammed Bin Salman
Mercedes Europa League Isha Ambani India Vs England Cricket OnePlus Mobiles Android TV Smart TV Marvel Comics Avengers Neha Kakkar
Premier League Big Bang Theory X-Men TATA
About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us News Reviews News Archive Topics Archive Find Cricket Statistics
Follow us on
Facebook Twitter Linkedin Youtube
All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2021