The US military conducted what it says were self-defense strikes in Syria’s Deir Ezzor, US officials said Tuesday, adding that they were not related to ongoing clashes in northeastern Syria.Washington has so far distanced itself from the offensive launched against Syrian government-held areas of the country.For the latest updates on the Israel-Palestine conflict, visit our dedicated page.The US has urged for de-escalation and said “Hayat Tahrir al-Sham,” a designated terrorist organization, was leading the offensive.The Pentagon said US Central Command (CENTCOM) forces destroyed several weapons systems near the MSS Euphrates in Syria on Tuesday morning.Three rocket launchers, a T-64 tank and mortars were all targeted by the US after being deemed a “clear and imminent threat” to US and Coalition forces, Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said.American forces carried out the strikes after several rockets were launched and landed in the vicinity of the MSS Euphrates base, and