The US-led, mostly Kurdish, Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) carried out a night raid in Raqqa in which the leader of the Islamic State's regional commander was killed on Aug. 15, 2023.

Local reports indicate the terror leader, Ibrahim Al-Ali (street name: Abu Mujahid), refused to surrender as SDF forces surrounded his hideout. A short gun battle ensued and Abu Mujahid was killed, while SDF forces took no casualties of their own.

The SDF was assisted by intelligence and advisors of the US-led Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve.

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