Readout of President Joe Biden’s Call with U.S. Servicemembers

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke on Monday with U.S. service members responsible for numerous successful counterterrorism operations in Iraq and Syria that significantly disrupted the ability of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) to plan, organize, and conduct attacks in the region and beyond. The President noted that over the last 60 days, U.S. military forces often working together with local partners have conducted nearly 100 operations against ISIS terrorists leading to the removal of 32 ISIS leaders, the uprooting of external attack planning cells, and the destruction of training camps and hideouts.  This relentless and targeted pressure on ISIS has been a hallmark of the Biden-Harris administration’s approach to counterterrorism, and we continue to be vigilant as we work every day to protect the American people and our allies and partners from harm.  President Biden expressed his deep gratitude to the brave members of the military, their teams, and their families for their service to the country, and he recognized their courage and heroism. He also inquired about the recovery of the service members who were injured during these operations and was thankful to learn that they are doing well.   

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