Iraqi Forces Eliminate Key IS Leader in Hamrin Mountains

The operation led to the death of IS's Iraqi leader and eight other high-ranking members, marking a significant blow to the militant group.

Iraqi forces conducted a successful operation in the Hamrin Mountains, targeting a major IS headquarters.
The killed IS leader was identified as Dschassim al-Masruai Abu Abdel Kadir, alongside eight other senior IS figures.
Large quantities of weapons, ammunition, and bomb-making facilities were discovered at the site.
Despite military defeats, IS remains active with around 2,500 fighters in Iraq and Syria, continuing to execute attacks.
The U.S. and Iraq have agreed to conclude their joint mission against IS next year, transitioning to a bilateral security partnership.