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Former Marine captain’s Syrian detention reaches 11th year
Syrian officials were willing to share proof of life information as recently as 2020, reporting indicates.
By Todd South
Gunships, artillery retaliate after 3 US troops hurt in Syria attacks
AH-64 Apache helicopters, AC-130 gunships and M777 artillery hit back against the purported militants.
By Zamone Perez
American airman arrested in connection with April attack on US base in Syria
The April 7 attack on Green Village injured four U.S. troops, who were treated for traumatic brain injuries and returned to work.
US-backed Syrian Kurds to turn to Damascus if Turkey attacks
The YPG, a backbone of the SDF, has led the fight against the militants of the extremist Islamic State group and has been a proven top U.S. ally in Syria.
Syrian fighters ready to join next phase of Ukraine war
So far, only a small number of Syrian fighters appear to have arrived in Russia for military training ahead of deployment on the front lines.
US military changes explanation of attack on base in Syria
It is now believed the April 7 attack was carried out by the “deliberate placement of explosive charges” by one or more individuals at an ammunition holding area and shower facility on the base.
Lawmakers urge SECDEF to drop TRICARE copays for birth control
The extra costs are waived by most private insurers but not for members of the military.
US warns that Islamic State extremists still a world threat
The coalition is hoping to stabilize areas liberated from the Islamic State, repatriate and hold foreign fighters accountable and combat extremist messaging.
Turkey seeks US support to maintain troops in Afghanistan
Turkey is reported to have offered to guard the Kabul's international airport as questions remain on how security will be assured along major transport routes and at the airport, which is the main gateway to Kabul.
Biden ending Trump OK for US oil company in Syria, says official
Trump became focused on Syria’s oil in October 2019 after he abruptly announced his intention to draw down U.S. troops deployed against ISIS in the area.
US Central Command chief: Important to keep pressure on ISIS
Gen. Frank McKenzie visited four U.S. outposts in Syria. His message Friday was short and direct: U.S. forces remain in Syria to fight the remnants of ISIS.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press