Graphic: Map of airstrikes on ISIL in Syria, Iraq

Washington and its Arab allies, including the UAE, opened their air assault against ISIL last week, going after its military facilities, training camps, heavy weapons and oil installations. The campaign expands upon the airstrikes the United States has been conducting against the militants in Iraq since early August.
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Washington and its Arab allies opened their air assault against ISIL last week, going after its military facilities, training camps, heavy weapons and oil installations. The campaign expands upon the airstrikes the United States has been conducting against the militants in Iraq since early August.

Published: September 29, 2014 04:00 AM

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