Syria
Keep US Troops in Syria
Four years after a terror attack claimed four U.S. lives, here’s a look at how the American presence remains useful.
Turkish Airstrikes Have Slowed the Fight Against ISIS, Officials Say
SDF commander, Pentagon spokesman call on Ankara to cease “escalatory” actions.
Russia Increasing Aggression Over Syria As Ukraine Losses Mount
“It’s a bit concerning,” CENTCOM air chief says, as Russia’s strikes put U.S. forces in Syria at greater risk.
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US Drone Strike Kills Leader of ISIS In Syria
The strike comes just ahead of Biden’s first trip to the Middle East as president.
Deter Russia’s Use of Chemical Weapons in Ukraine
How Biden handles threats will dissuade Moscow and other adversaries from using these weapons—or encourage it.
Put US Boots in Ukraine to Defend a UN-Approved Security Zone
It worked in Syria.
ISIS Leader Dead After US Raid in Syria, Biden Says
A U.S. helicopter malfunctioned and was intentionally destroyed during the mission, officials say.
‘There Will Be No Withdrawal’: Syrian Allies Say US Has Promised to Keep Some Troops There
But for how long? The Kurds say uncertainty is emboldening Turkey, Russian-backed militias, and the Assad regime.
Air Strikes Renew Battle Over War Authorizations
Some lawmakers are using Sunday’s strikes in Iraq and Syria to push for keeping a two-decade-old statute, but law experts say their arguments don’t hold water.
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