Jordan hits back at Islamic State, launches airstrikes

February 05, 2015 19:54

CNN reports: Jordanian fighter jets have returned home after carrying out missions, state-run TV reported.

There was no immediate word on what the missions were or where they took place, but a government spokesman said most targets would be in eastern Syria.

Jordan is riding a wave of anger following the brutal killing of one of its pilots by the Islamic State. A video posted by the group showed Lt Moath al-Kasasbeh being burned alive while confined in a cage. The 27-year-old's family is calling for revenge.

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