Two U.S. fighter jets struck weapons and ammunition facilities in Syria in retaliation for attacks on U.S. forces by Iranian-backed militia. The strikes targeted facilities used by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps and militia groups that it backs. U.S. President Joe Biden ordered the strikes and warned of further measures if the attacks by Iran's proxies continue. U.S. and coalition troops have been attacked multiple times in Iraq and Syria by Iran-backed forces in the past week. The U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated that the strikes were a response to ongoing attacks against U.S. personnel and that the attacks by Iranian-backed groups are unacceptable and must stop. Biden also sent a message to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warning Tehran against targeting U.S. personnel in the Middle East. The U.S. did not coordinate the airstrikes with Israel, and they are separate from the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The Pentagon accused Iran of having a role in the attacks on U.S. forces and promised further strikes if the attacks by Iran's proxies continue.

Title: Did U.S. Fighter Jets Strike Syria After Attacks by Iran-Backed Militia?