Kremlin Relishes US Pullback From Syria, Turmoil in UkraineKremlin Relishes US Pullback From Syria, Turmoil in UkraineRussia 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.Associated PressAssociated Press
Islamic State Supporters Escape in Syria as US Pulls BackIslamic State Supporters Escape in Syria as US Pulls BackEsper said he was aware of the reports of escapes and of atrocities committed against the Kurds in the fighting.Associated PressAssociated Press
US Pulling Out of Northern Syria; Full Withdrawal PossibleUS Pulling Out of Northern Syria; Full Withdrawal PossibleIn explaining Trump's decision to withdraw from northern Syria, Esper cited two weekend developments.Associated PressAssociated Press
Turkey Presses Syrian Assault as Thousands Flee the FightingTurkey Presses Syrian Assault as Thousands Flee the FightingAustralia expressed concerns it could lead to a resurgence of the Islamic State group.Associated PressAssociated Press
US to Step Aside for Turkish Assault on Kurds in SyriaUS to Step Aside for Turkish Assault on Kurds in SyriaThe 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.Associated PressAssociated Press
In Iraq, President Defends Syria PulloutIn Iraq, President Defends Syria PulloutDefense Secretary Jim Mattis abruptly resigned following the announcement, and Trump's decision rattled allies around the world, including in Iraq.Associated PressAssociated Press
Wyoming Senators Weigh in On Syria and Afghan PulloutWyoming Senators Weigh in On Syria and Afghan PulloutK2 News asked the Wyoming Senate delegation for their opinions on the moves by the President.Roger GrayRoger Gray
Turkey Admits It Will Strike the KurdsTurkey Admits It Will Strike the KurdsErdogan said Turkey would work on plans to conduct operations to eliminate both IS and Syrian Kurdish militants from the region.Associated PressAssociated Press
Defense Secretary Mattis ResignsDefense Secretary Mattis ResignsIn his resignation letter, Mattis alluded to disagreements with Trump as the reason for his departure.Associated PressAssociated Press
President Says Syrian Attack SuccessfulPresident Says Syrian Attack SuccessfulPentagon officials said the assault pummeled, but did not eliminate the Syrian program.Associated PressAssociated Press