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.
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