On November 18, Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bombers struck ISIS targets near the Syrian border city of al-Bukamal for the third time in a week. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, the strike destroyed targeted ISIS’ manpower, vehicles and weapons.
Previously, Russian strategic bombers pounded terrorists in the area on November 17 and November 15.
The strikes came aimd the continued intense fighting between the Syrian Army and ISIS in the area. Al-Bukamal is the last ISIS stronghold in Syria.