Washington Post | In call, Trump issues stern warning to Turkey over Syria operation Washington Post President Trump urged Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday to scale back his country's assault on Kurdish positions in Syria, signaling mounting American anxiety that Ankara's latest military foray will jeopardize the U.S. campaign ... Fears over US-Turkey military confrontation in Syria Trump Sharply Warns Turkey Against Military Strikes in Syria Will Trump Stop the Attacks on America's Strongest Ally in Syria? |
New York Times | Defeated in Syria, ISIS Fighters Held in Camps Still Pose a Threat New York Times WASHINGTON — American-backed Kurdish militias in northern Syria are detaining hundreds of Islamic State fighters and family members in makeshift camps, raising fears among United States military officials of potentially creating a breeding ground for ... US-led Coalition Strikes Kill Scores of IS Fighters in Eastern Syria Syria war: US strikes on IS headquarters 'kills 150 militants' - BBC ... Why the US Can't Declare Victory Against ISIS |
Aljazeera.com | Erdogan threatens to extend Afrin operation to Manbij Aljazeera.com The Turkish military has shelled and bombarded Syrian Kurdish positions in northern Syria for a fifth day, as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan threatened to extend the offensive east of the city of Manbij. Turkey on Saturday launched the operation in the ... Turkey vows to widen offensive against Syrian Kurds British men prepare to fight Turkish-led forces in Syria Why Are US Allies Killing Each Other In Syria? |
Telegraph.co.uk | British schoolgirl who planned to travel to Syria caught after asking teacher to sign passport photos Telegraph.co.uk A British schoolgirl who intended to travel to Syria to work as a nurse supporting Islamic State terrorists asked teachers to sign her passport photos. Sandeep Samra from Coventry reportedly joked with teachers “Miss, you are going to see me in the ... Coventry terror accused 'had no intention to hurt anyone' in Syria Teenager told teacher she'd 'see her on the news' as an Isis nurse |
Washington Post | New chemical attacks reported in Syria, and Trump administration blames Russia Washington Post LONDON — Secretary of State Rex Tillerson blamed Russia on Tuesday for failing to rein in poison gas attacks on Syrian civilians amid a spike in reported chemical strikes against the final rebel-held pockets of the country. Doctors inside Syria have ... US Accuses Syria of New Chemical Weapons Use Syria, Russia Accuse US of Lying about Chemical Weapons Attacks Syria says claims it uses chemical weapons 'lies' |
New York Times | Syria, Israel, Davos: Your Wednesday Briefing - The New York Times New York Times (Want to get this briefing by email? Here's the sign-up.) Good morning. Here's what you need to know: Photo. Credit Mohammed Badra/European Pressphoto Agency. • The U.S. accused Syria's government of another chlorine gas attack on civilians and rebuked ... |
NPR | 'Immediate Needs' In Syria After ISIS: USAID Chief Visits Devastated ... NPR Mark Green, the top U.S. aid official, visited Raqqa Monday with CENTCOM Commander Joseph L. Votel. The U.S., which backs rebel forces, has given $875 million in "stabilization" aid to Syria. |
New York Times | Turkish Troops Attack US-Backed Kurds in Syria, a Clash of NATO Allies New York Times ISTANBUL — Turkey intensified its offensive against a Kurdish enclave of Syria on Monday, advancing troops in a ground assault against American-allied militias there, in a clash of interests between the two NATO allies. Turkish forces, backed by ... Syria offensive: Turkish troops 'capture villages' in Afrin Turkish attack in northern Syria threatens to ignite broader conflict Turkish military enters Syrian province after days of airstrikes - CNN |
The Intercept | Israel's “Safe Zone” Is Creeping Farther Into Syria - The Intercept The Intercept Israel is expanding its influence and control deeper into opposition-held southern Syria, according to multiple sources in the area. After failed attempts to ensure its interests were safeguarded by the major players in the war next door, Israel is ... |
U.S. News & World Report | France Says UN-Led Syria Peace Talks in Vienna Represent 'Last Hope' U.S. News & World Report French Foreign Affairs Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian delivers a speech during a foreign ministers' meeting on the International Partnership against Impunity for the Use of Chemical Weapons, in Paris, France, January 23, 2018. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer ... UN envoy says Syria talks at 'very critical moment' Egyptian, US foreign ministers discuss Syrian crisis via phone call |