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Judith Miller: Trump claims victory in Syria – but what did he really bring about?

October 23, 2019

Judith Miller: Trump claims victory in Syria – but what did he really bring about?

The president’s announcement was intended to underscore the highly questionable benefits of his isolationist “America First” approach to foreign policy and his determination to end America’s “endless wars” in the Middle East.

Graham urges Trump to listen to commanders on Syria, not 'policy-shop civilians'

October 23, 2019

Graham urges Trump to listen to commanders on Syria, not 'policy-shop civilians'

Sen. Lindsey Graham pleaded with President Trump on Wednesday to listen to his military commanders instead of "policy shop civilians" regarding the ongoing conflict in Syria.

Rand Paul praises President Trump's 'extraordinary breakthrough' in Syria

October 23, 2019

Rand Paul praises President Trump's 'extraordinary breakthrough' in Syria

Senator Rand Paul, R-Ky., said that President Trump's Wednesday announcement of a "permanent ceasefire" between Turkey and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) is an "extraordinary breakthrough."

More than 100 ISIS prisoners in Syria are on the loose following Turkey’s invasion, US envoy says

October 23, 2019

More than 100 ISIS prisoners in Syria are on the loose following Turkey’s invasion, US envoy says

More than 100 Islamic State militants who were being held in Kurdish prisons in Syria are now on the loose following Turkey’s invasion there, President Trump’s Special Representative for Syria Engagement revealed Wednesday.

Trump announces 'permanent ceasefire' in Syria between Turkey and Kurds; lifts sanctions on Ankara

October 23, 2019

Trump announces 'permanent ceasefire' in Syria between Turkey and Kurds; lifts sanctions on Ankara

President Trump announced Wednesday that conditions have been met between Turkey and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) for what he called a "permanent ceasefire" between the two sides and that the United States is lifting sanctions on Ankara that were implemented following the invasion of northern Syria.

Russian military forces move into Syria to help Turkey keep Kurds away from border

October 23, 2019

Russian military forces move into Syria to help Turkey keep Kurds away from border

Russian military forces are now patrolling the Syrian border Wednesday as part of a joint effort with Turkey to keep Kurds out of the volatile region.

'Permanent' Turkey-Syria cease-fire possible as temporary peace agreement ends, Pence says

October 22, 2019

'Permanent' Turkey-Syria cease-fire possible as temporary peace agreement ends, Pence says

The 120-hour cease-fire agreement between Turkey and Syria ended Tuesday, and U.S. officials including Vice President Mike Pence were optimistic that a permanent peace deal could emerge after days of turmoil.

Turkey would not have invaded Syria if American troops stayed, says US military's former top officer

October 22, 2019

Turkey would not have invaded Syria if American troops stayed, says US military's former top officer

A former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said Turkey would not have invaded northeast Syria had U.S. troops remained at their posts. The American retreat "opened the door" for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, according to retired Navy Adm. Mike Mullen.

Trump's special representative to Syria says US withdrawal did not prompt invasion by Turkey

October 22, 2019

Trump's special representative to Syria says US withdrawal did not prompt invasion by Turkey

Senators on both sides of the aisle pressed President Trump’s Special Representative for Syria Engagement on Tuesday about America’s withdrawal of troops from northern Syria ahead of Turkey’s recent invasion of the region.

Aykan Erdemir: Trump can get both Turkish and Kurdish support in Syria by negotiating peace deal

October 22, 2019

Aykan Erdemir: Trump can get both Turkish and Kurdish support in Syria by negotiating peace deal

The US can help the Kurds reach a settlement with Turkey and Syria that would guarantee peaceful coexistence and Kurdish autonomy.