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Iraqi militia commander vows to avenge deaths in US strike; drone shot down near embassy

Also Monday, a drone was shot down near the U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad after midnight. There were no casualties.

19 months ago

Syrian Democratic Forces, SDF

US military denies American troops in Syria were attacked

Hundreds of U.S. troops are stationed in northeastern Syria, working with the Syrian Democratic Forces to fight against the Islamic State group.

19 months ago

Out of Iraq? Anger in Baghdad following US airstrikes against Iran-backed militia renews call for American troops to leave

There have been at least 11 attacks targeting coalition bases in Iraq over the last two months.

By Shawn Snow

3 years ago

Deployed border troops are preparing for militias stealing their gear, protester violence, documents show

An estimated 200 armed militia members are on the border and have stolen troops' gear in the past, DoD documents show.

By Tara Copp

4 years ago

Turkey sets sights on Syrian region where US forces operate

After crossing the border to attack Kurdish forces in Afrin, Syria, the Turkish military has started refocusing roughly 60 miles east, towards Manbij, where U.S. forces are known to operate.

By Kyle Rempfer

5 years ago

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