US Special Strikes refer to highly targeted military operations conducted by the United States, often involving elite forces, against specific threats or...
A US Special Strike is a highly targeted military operation carried out by specialized American forces, often covertly, to neutralize specific threats, rescue personnel, or gather critical intelligence.
These strikes are primarily conducted by elite units within the US military, such as components of the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), including Delta Force, SEAL Team Six, and Army Rangers.
The legal framework often derives from congressional authorizations (like AUMFs), international law concerning self-defense, or presidential directives, though their legality is frequently subject to debate.
Key objectives include counter-terrorism, eliminating high-value targets, hostage rescue, intelligence gathering, and disrupting enemy networks to protect US national security interests.