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Operations Against ISIS (2014–2019): Operation Shader


Objective: Combat ISIS forces in Iraq and Syria.
 

Key Roles:
        Precision strikes on ISIS positions and infrastructure.
        Surveillance and reconnaissance to support coalition forces.
 

Weaponry:
        Brimstone missiles for surgical strikes.
        Paveway IV precision-guided bombs.


Achievements:
 The Tornado GR4 remained a critical asset until its retirement, conducting some of the final RAF missions in the campaign.