United States and allies launch 36 air strikes against Islamic State

Islamic State fighters, weapons and vehicles in Iraq hit in 31 strikes in various locations

Five air raids were conducted against militant targets in Syria. Photograph: Reuters
Five air raids were conducted against militant targets in Syria. Photograph: Reuters

The United States and its allies carried out 36 air strikes against Islamic State militants in Iraq and Syria on Monday, a US military statement said.

Islamic State fighters, weapons and vehicles in Iraq were hit in 31 strikes in various areas, including 12 near Tuz, noted the statement. Five air raids were conducted against militant targets in Syria, it added.

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