The leader of the ISIS terrorist organization in Syria was killed in an American airstrike, according to a statement released Tuesday by the U.S. Central Command.
Maher al-Agal was killed in a drone strike in northwestern Syria and his close associate was injured, said Central Command in the statement. ISIS, which is sometimes known as ISIL, has not issued a public comment following al-Agal’s reported death.
“Extensive planning went into this operation to ensure its successful execution. An initial review indicates there were no civilian casualties,” the statement added.
U.S. Central Command said al-Agal was responsible for developing ISIS networks outside of Syria and Iraq, where the group has its strongest presence….