• About Us
    • Àtẹ́lẹwọ́ Podcast
  • Contact
  • Cookie Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy
  • Sitemap
Freelanews
Advertisement
  • Home
  • News
    • Crime
  • Business
  • Brands
  • Banking
  • Opinion
  • Interview
  • Entertainment
  • Podcast
    • Àtẹ́lẹwọ́
  • Sports
  • Events
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • Crime
  • Business
  • Brands
  • Banking
  • Opinion
  • Interview
  • Entertainment
  • Podcast
    • Àtẹ́lẹwọ́
  • Sports
  • Events
No Result
View All Result
Freelanews
No Result
View All Result
Home General

‘At my direction’ US special troops take out ISIS leader in raid

Rtn. Victor Ojelabi by Rtn. Victor Ojelabi
February 3, 2022
in General
0
WhatsApp Image 2022 02 03 at 8.45.45 PM

US special operations forces have reportedly killed Ibrahim Qurayshi, leader of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).

In a statement on Thursday, US President Joe Biden said the ISIS leader was “removed” in a counterterrorism mission that took place overnight in north-western Syria.

“Last night at my direction, U.S. military forces in northwest Syria successfully undertook a counterterrorism operation to protect the American people and our Allies, and make the world a safer place,” the statement reads.

“Thanks to the skill and bravery of our Armed Forces, we have taken off the battlefield Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi — the leader of ISIS. All Americans have returned safely from the operation.”

Biden said he would deliver remarks to the American people later on Thursday.

A senior US administration official confirmed that Qurayshi was killed in the raid, according to Reuters,

“At the beginning of the operation the terrorist target exploded a bomb that killed him and members of his own family, including women and children,” the official was quoted as saying.

After the killing of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in October 2019 by US troops — also in a raid in north Syria — the group had named Qurayshi as his successor.

otunba victor profile picture scaled
Rtn. Victor Ojelabi

Ojelabi, the publisher of Freelanews, is an award winning and professionally trained mass communicator, who writes ruthlessly about pop culture, religion, politics and entertainment.

Related Posts

PRESIDENT BUHARI RECEIVES THE OLU OF WARRI ATUWATSE 111 PIC. AB R-L; President Muhamkmadu Buhari receives in audience The Olu of Warri Ogiame Atuwatse 111 during the visit at the State House. PHOTO; SUNDAY AGHAEZE. JAN 26TH 2022
General

‘I have taken notes’ Buhari welcomes Olu of Warri

by Rtn. Victor Ojelabi
January 26, 2022
General

UNIPORT students disrupt ASUU meeting

by Freelanews
November 27, 2019
Buhari virtual FEC meeting5
General

‘Approved’ FEC endorses N54.95bn for Kuje-Airport Road

by Rtn. Victor Ojelabi
January 20, 2022
8r3kgal surgery
General

US surgeons transplant pig kidney into patient

by Quadri Olaitan
March 21, 2024
pjimage 2 21
General

‘Social media regulation’ I sincerely apologise for addressing the youths as children, Desmond Elliot addresses

by Rtn. Victor Ojelabi
October 30, 2020

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

ADVERTISEMENT

Recent News

Expert businessman giving interview at a conference, surrounded by journalists with microphones, showcasing leadership and communication skills in the professional event.

Adebayo Adelabu unveils N700bn metering plan

October 28, 2025
Kwara Cancer

Kwara cancer screening boosts early detection drive

October 28, 2025
Nestoil

Nestoil placed under receivership over $1bn debt

October 28, 2025
Omoge Saida

Omoge Saida sparks Nigerian social media over leaked video

October 28, 2025

Search

  • Trending
  • Comments
  • Latest
Political persecution in Ogun State

Political persecution in Ogun State: Abiodun moves against Otunba Gbenga Daniel with demolition threats again

August 9, 2025
APC Second-Term Governors

APC: Second-term governors seeking immediate elective post to lose party leadership

October 15, 2025
April Wind Couture

April Wind Couture thrives in Nigeria’s tough economy with bold Ankara vision

September 12, 2025
Abdul-Muiz Olanrewaju Animashaun

Abdul-Muiz Olanrewaju Animashaun remembered with love

September 14, 2025
amoke

‘Meals by Amoke’ We serve traditional dishes in a modern way, Bukoye Fasola reveals

19
Image 2024 03 26 at 120645 AM jpeg

Charles Inojie, Ali Nuhu call on communities to #MakeWeHalla against domestic violence

11
Meran Primary Health Centre Lagos father Meran hospital

Lagos father shares heartbreaking experience at Meran Primary Health Centre (Photos)

4
fls2

‘Disarticulated system’ Gov’t confused about Nigerian education, expert laments

3
Expert businessman giving interview at a conference, surrounded by journalists with microphones, showcasing leadership and communication skills in the professional event.

Adebayo Adelabu unveils N700bn metering plan

October 28, 2025
Kwara Cancer

Kwara cancer screening boosts early detection drive

October 28, 2025
Nestoil

Nestoil placed under receivership over $1bn debt

October 28, 2025
Omoge Saida

Omoge Saida sparks Nigerian social media over leaked video

October 28, 2025
October 2025
SMTWTFS
 1234
567891011
12131415161718
19202122232425
262728293031 
« Sep    
Freelanews

Freelanews is a Nigerian digital news platform that delivers timely, credible, and engaging stories across politics, business, entertainment, lifestyle, and the creative industry, with a strong focus on promoting innovation, integrity, and inclusivity in storytelling.

Hot!

Expert businessman giving interview at a conference, surrounded by journalists with microphones, showcasing leadership and communication skills in the professional event.

Adebayo Adelabu unveils N700bn metering plan

October 28, 2025
Kwara Cancer

Kwara cancer screening boosts early detection drive

October 28, 2025
No Result
View All Result
  • About Us
  • Contact
  • Advertisement
  • Sitemap

© 2025 Freelanews | by Iretura.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In

Add New Playlist

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • Crime
  • Business
  • Brands
  • Banking
  • Opinion
  • Interview
  • Entertainment
  • Podcast
    • Àtẹ́lẹwọ́
  • Sports
  • Events

© 2025 Freelanews | by Iretura.

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.