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CAMP FALLUJAH, Iraq – Coalition Forces used precision guided munitions in two separate incidents during hostile actions in Ramadi today and Thursday. Eighteen insurgents were killed in the attacks.

Thursday night in Ramadi, Coalition Forces were attacked with small arms fire from several insurgent positions. Coalition Forces returned fire and when the attack did not cease, used machinegun fire and two tank main gun rounds. The insurgent attack continued and Coalition Forces used a precision guided munition to halt the attack. The weapon struck the intended target, ending the attack. At least 15 insurgents were killed during the attack.

Today in Ramadi, Coalition Forces were attacked with small arms fire and rocket-propelled grenades from insurgents in several buildings. Coalition Forces returned fire using machinegun fire and one tank main gun round in an effort to stop the attack. When the attack did not cease, Coalition Forces used a precision guided munition against the attackers. The Coalition Force strike hit its intended target, ending the attack. At least three insurgents were killed in the attack.

There were no reports of civilian casualties and there were no Coalition casualties from either of the attacks.