CENTCOM eliminates Hurras al-Din operative Muhammad Salah al-Za'bir in precision counter-terror op
In a significant counter-terrorism operation conducted on January 30, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Forces successfully eliminated Muhammad Salah al-Za'bir, a high-ranking operative of Hurras al-Din (HaD), an Al-Qaeda affiliated terrorist organization. The precision airstrike was carried out in Northwest Syria.
The operation underscores CENTCOM's sustained efforts, in collaboration with regional partners, to disrupt terrorist activities aimed at targeting U.S. forces, allies, and civilians. This strategic initiative focuses on preventing the planning, organization, and execution of attacks both within the region and beyond.
CENTCOM Commander General Michael Erik Kurilla emphasized the command's unwavering commitment to counter-terrorism operations, stating, "CENTCOM will continue to hunt and kill or capture terrorists, and defend our homeland, against groups that plot to attack US and allied personnel."
This successful operation represents another milestone in CENTCOM's ongoing mission to enhance regional security and protect American interests through targeted counter-terrorism measures.

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CENTCOM eliminates Hurras al-Din operative Muhammad Salah al-Za'bir in precision counter-terror op

January 31, 2025 | 10:05 IST