Another blow to ISIS as American forces strike hard in the heart of Syria! U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed a precision raid that took out a senior Islamic State leader and his two grown sons, all tied to the terrorist group. This isn’t just a win; it’s a message that nowhere is safe for those plotting against freedom.
According to KOMO News, in a daring early morning operation on Friday, July 25, 2025, CENTCOM forces neutralized Dhiya’ Zawba Muslih al-Hardani, a key ISIS figure, along with his sons, Abdallah Dhiya al-Hardani and Abd al-Rahman Dhiya Zawba al-Hardani, in Syria.
These three weren’t just bystanders; CENTCOM identified them as direct threats to U.S. and Coalition Forces, not to mention the fragile new Syrian government. It’s no surprise that terrorists like these thrive in chaos, targeting stability wherever it dares to take root. Good riddance, but let’s not pretend the job is done.
Thankfully, the raid didn’t harm the innocent—three women and three children at the location walked away unscathed. That’s the kind of precision conservatives can stand behind: strength with restraint. Contrast that with the reckless policies of some progressive agendas that seem to prioritize optics over outcomes.
CENTCOM’s commander, Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, didn’t mince words about the mission. “We will continue to relentlessly pursue ISIS terrorists wherever they are,” he declared. Well, General, that’s the kind of no-nonsense attitude that keeps America safe, not endless debates about feelings or safe spaces. Gen. Kurilla went on to say ISIS isn’t safe “where they sleep, where they operate, and where they hide.” That’s a promise worth keeping, especially when the woke crowd often seems more concerned with criticizing our military than supporting its critical work. Let’s hope this resolution doesn’t get bogged down by bureaucratic hand-wringing.
Rewind a few months to March 2025, and we see this isn’t CENTCOM’s first rodeo this year. Back then, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to announce the elimination of Abdallah Maki Mosleh al-Rifai, a top-tier ISIS leader in Iraq. Known as Abu Khadijah, this wasn’t just some foot soldier—he was a big fish.
Trump called it straight: “The fugitive leader of ISIS in Iraq was killed.” He added that Abu Khadijah’s “miserable life was terminated” alongside another ISIS member. That’s vintage Trump—unapologetic strength, cutting through the fluff of political correctness like a hot knife through butter.
CENTCOM elaborated that Abu Khadijah was the Emir of ISIS’s highest decision-making body, overseeing global operations, logistics, planning, and a hefty chunk of the group’s finances. This wasn’t just a tactical win; it was a financial gut punch to ISIS. Yet, you won’t hear much applause from the left, who often seem allergic to celebrating American victories.
The Iraq operation was a team effort, coordinated with the Iraqi Government and the Kurdish Regional Government. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani confirmed the strike on July 25, 2025, praising his country’s “impressive victories over the forces of darkness.” That’s teamwork worth respecting, even if some in Washington might rather lecture allies than support them.
Al-Sudani’s words ring true, but let’s not get too cozy. Partnerships are vital, but America must lead, not follow, especially when facing an enemy as ruthless as ISIS. Relying too much on others can open the door to the kind of soft policies conservatives rightfully distrust.
Back to the Syria raid, it’s clear CENTCOM isn’t slowing down. These operations—first in Iraq, now in Syria—show a pattern of relentless pressure on ISIS. That’s the kind of proactive defense that keeps threats overseas, not at our doorstep.
Some might argue we’re too aggressive, that we should “understand” these terrorists or focus on diplomacy. But when you’re dealing with folks who dream of destruction, talking only works if it’s backed by action. The Syria raid proves we’re not just chatting—we’re acting.
These strikes, both in Iraq and Syria, aren’t isolated stunts; they’re part of a broader mission to crush ISIS before it regroups. Conservatives know that peace isn’t a gift; it’s earned through strength, not endless apologies or virtue signaling. Let’s keep the pressure on, without the distractions of misguided progressive ideals.
Ultimately, the message from CENTCOM and our leadership is crystal clear: ISIS has no sanctuary. From dusty hideouts in Syria to strongholds in Iraq, U.S. forces and our allies are hunting down terror, one leader at a time. That’s a strategy worth standing behind, and a reminder that real security comes from resolve, not retreat.
