British Air Force Typhoon jets have operated alongside France's air force in a coordinated attack against an underground arms cache in Syrian territory employed by the Daesh militant organization, according to the UK Ministry of Defence.
The location, pinpointed through reconnaissance, was believed to be containing munitions and bombs, the release indicated, and was located in hills just above the ancient city of Palmyra in the heart of Syria.
"Our aircraft used precision-guided Paveway IV munitions to strike a several access tunnels providing entry to the depot... early reports indicate the target was engaged successfully," officials stated.
There was no evidence of any civilian impact in the operation on Saturday evening and every plane involved returned to base without incident, the MoD added.
The Typhoon fighters were backed up by a Voyager refuelling tanker.
The Islamic State group - alternatively referred to as the so-called Islamic State - enforced jihadist rule over significant areas in Iraq and Syria prior to its 2019 collapse.
"This action demonstrates British leadership, and determination to operate in unison with our partners, to stamp out any revival of the terrorist group and their violent and radical beliefs in the Middle East," Britain's Defence Chief the minister stated.
UK warplanes have conducted surveillance missions over Syria to "deter any attempted resurgence" of IS subsequent to its routing at the battle of Baghuz in 2019, the ministry said.
"I must thank all the members of British forces participating in this operation for their professionalism and their courage," he added. "They were among a great many British troops on duty over the holidays. This mission, to eliminate terrorist threats who pose a risk to our security, highlights how UK forces are always on standby, throughout the year, ensuring Britain's security at home and influential overseas."
During December, the American forces conducted what it called a "massive strike" on Islamic State objectives in the country, subsequent to an assault killed two US troops and a civilian linguist in Palmyra.
The UN reports IS still boasts roughly 5-7 thousand militants in both countries.
