US Pentagon Acknowledges Civilian Casualty in Syria Drone Strike
The Pentagon’s internal investigation revealed that a US drone strike in northwest Syria mistakenly killed a civilian in a 2023 incident. The strike, which was intended to target an al Qaeda leader, resulted in the death of Lufti Hasan Masto, a Syrian civilian.
Key Points:
- The Pentagon acknowledged the mistaken killing of a civilian in Syria.
- The intended target was a senior al Qaeda leader.
- The strike was found to be in compliance with the law of armed conflict.
The Pentagon’s statement confirmed that US forces misidentified the target, leading to the unintended civilian casualty. The incident highlights the complexities and risks associated with drone strikes in conflict zones.
Further details on the internal investigation and any additional developments related to the case are expected to be released in the coming days.
