Sanctions on Assad and extremist groups remain as Washington weighs diplomatic options The U.S. has lifted broad sanctions on Syria following the fall of the Assad regime in…
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State Department Announces Reopening of U.S. Ambassador’s Residence in Syria
The move indicates warming relations between the United States and Middle Eastern countries. Syria reopened its United States ambassador’s residence this past week after closing the facility 13…
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President Trump Meets with Syrian President in Riyadh
President Trump also announced the lifting of sanctions against Syria. President Donald Trump attended an in-person meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, becoming the first American president to…
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U.S. Reducing Military Presence in Syria
The Pentagon announced troop consolidation as the focus remains on regional stability and counterterrorism efforts. The U.S. Department of Defense announced it is consolidating its forces in Syria,…
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Immigration Judge Rules Columbia University Student Can Be Deported
He says participation in demonstrations has “potentially serious foreign policy consequences.” Immigration Judge Jamee Comans ruled on Friday that Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil can be deported…
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Pentagon Acknowledges 2,000 U.S. Troops in Syria
The number is double the ”core“ assets previously reported. The Department of Defense announced that around 2,000 troops are deployed to Syria, more than double the 900 personnel…
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U.S. Conducts Airstrikes Against ISIS in Syria and Yemen
U.S. Central Command seeks to inhibit the reestablishment of a caliphate after the Syrian dictator was deposed. U.S. Central Command announced the U.S. carried out airstrikes against Islamic…
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Secretary of State Confirms Direct Contact with Syrian Rebels
Calls for an “inclusive and non-sectarian” government come from U.S., Turkish, Arab, and European Union officials. Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed that the U.S. has been in…
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Diplomats and defense officials engage after rebels topple the regime. Officials from the Department of Defense and the Department of State traveled to Syria soon after rebels overthrew…
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White House Responds to Fall of Aleppo
Says the U.S. has nothing to do with the offensive. Over the weekend Islamic terrorists took control of Aleppo, Syria, overwhelming the Syrian guard. The terrorists reportedly succeeded…
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