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COMMANDER // 1970–2016

Abu Jandal al-Kuwaiti

KuwaitIslamic State3 battles1 war

Lifespan

1970 – 2016

19701980199020002010Syrian Civil War · 2011Siege of Deir ez-Zor — July 14, 2014 · Islamic State · Syrian Civil WarPalmyra offensive (December 2016) — December 8, 2016 · Islamic State · Syrian Civil WarRaqqa Campaign — November 6, 2016 · Islamic State · Syrian Civil War

Active service 2014–2016 — 3 battles across 1 war; first command at age 44.

Profile

Abu Jandal al-Kuwaiti was a leading official of the Islamic State, serving as important military commander, recruiter and propagandist. Known for his command capabilities and popular among his subordinates, Abu Jandal was called "The Lion" among IS fighters and fought in several battles in Syria and Iraq. By late 2016, Abu Jandal had become IS' second highest-ranking commander in Syria and led the defense of its de facto capital Raqqa against the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). He was killed by a US airstrike on 26 December 2016.

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Battles (3)

Last verified June 2026
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