The action was prompted by an Iranian drone strike that killed one American. The U.S. military carried out airstrikes in Syria on Thursday after an Iranian drone had…
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U.S. Offers Turkey Support After Earthquake
Thousands of people have died in the aftermath. State Department spokesperson Ned Price discussed the department’s response to the massive earthquake that hit the country of Turkey. The…
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Turkey and Syria Quake Toll Exceeds 11,000
President Biden offered condolences to President Erdogan. A massive 7.8 earthquake that occurred along the Anatolia–Arabia geological plate lines, affecting both Turkey and Syria, has claimed the lives…
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Drones Attack U.S. Base in Syria
Two drones were shot down, but one got through. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced Friday morning that three suicide drones attacked a U.S. base in Syria. Military officials…
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U.S. Cuts International Military Funding Over Child Soldiers
Full waivers will not be issued for seven nations. President Biden’s administration has issued a memorandum that identifies seven countries as using child soldiers in their defense forces…
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Senators Seek to Declare Russia State Sponsor of Terrorism
Others already listed are China, Iran, North Korea, and Syria. A bipartisan effort to declare Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism was introduced by Senators Lindsey Graham…
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U.S. Base in Syria Attacked by Iran-Backed Militants
Pentagon commits to “push back against Iran’s support for terrorism.“ In a briefing, Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Colin Kahl said three American service members were injured in…
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Senators Call for Russia to be Designated Terrorism Sponsor
They renewed calls for the president to get tougher with Moscow. Senators Lindsey Graham of South Carolina and Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut called on President Biden’s administration to…
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Turkish President Wants U.S. Forces Withdrawn from Syria
President Erdogan responds to U.S. drone strike in Syria. Last week, the U.S. military carried out a drone strike in Syria that officials said killed a top Islamic…
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White House Believes Iran Coming to Russia’s Aid in Ukraine
The national security advisor states the assistance for Moscow will include drones. White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said the U.S. believes the Iranian government is preparing…
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