Russia's Putin Visits Syria to Meet Assad, a Key Iran Ally
The slain Iranian general led Iran's armed support for Assad in Syria's now nearly 9-year-old civil war.
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Operation Holiday Express Brings Gifts to US Troops in Syria
This year, Santa's sleigh and reindeer were apparently swapped for a workhorse CH-47 Chinook helicopter.
Israel Strikes Iranian Targets in Syria; 23 Reported Killed
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a series of warnings recently about Iranian aggression throughout the Middle East and has vowed to respond firmly.
Cheney: Syria Withdrawal Enables ISIS; Turkey Needs Consequences
Cheney says the lack of U.S. involvement in that arrangement is problematic.
Pence Says Turkey Agrees to Cease-Fire in Syria
Vice President Mike Pence says that Turkey has agreed to a cease-fire in Syria.
Kremlin Relishes US Pullback From Syria, Turmoil in Ukraine
Russia has long urged the U.S.-allied Kurdish fighters in Syria to come back to Damascus' fold, an offer they may need to take more seriously now.
Islamic State Supporters Escape in Syria as US Pulls Back
Esper said he was aware of the reports of escapes and of atrocities committed against the Kurds in the fighting.
US Pulling Out of Northern Syria; Full Withdrawal Possible
In explaining Trump's decision to withdraw from northern Syria, Esper cited two weekend developments.
Turkey Presses Syrian Assault as Thousands Flee the Fighting
Australia expressed concerns it could lead to a resurgence of the Islamic State group.
US to Step Aside for Turkish Assault on Kurds in Syria
The official said U.S. leaders have spoken with the SDF and that the group, which has long fought alongside the U.S. against IS, is disappointed and angry.