PRESS RELEASE | May 18, 2017
Coalition statement on At Tanf garrison
CJTFOIR

May 18, 2017
Release # 20170518-03
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

SOUTHWEST ASIA — The coalition struck pro-regime forces that were advancing well inside an established de-confliction zone northwest of At Tanf, Syria, May 18, and that posed a threat to U.S. and partner forces at At Tanf.

This action was taken after apparent Russian attempts to dissuade Syrian pro-regime movement south towards At Tanf were unsuccessful, a coalition aircraft show of force, and the firing of warning shots. Coalition forces have been operating in the At Tanf area for many months training and advising vetted partner forces engaged in the fight against ISIS.

The agreed upon de-confliction zone agreement remains in effect.