U.S.-led coalition warplanes are giving cover to the advancing fighters.
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Marc A. Thiessen: United States can’t stop fighting terrorists in Afghanistan, Syria now
Great nations do not quit before they prevail – our enemies certainly won’t.
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Marc A. Thiessen: From Kim to Kavanaugh, Trump had year of successes
2018 was a productive year for the president, who also stood firm against Iran and Russia.
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Dana Milbank: White House escapees offer similar plea – don’t blame me
Those who disagreed with the Trump madness had an obligation to resign without delay, or at least to speak out – not to wash their hands of responsibility after the fact.
Posted inNation & World
Defense Secretary Mattis departs quietly, leaves uncertainty behind
The Pentagon is now entering a difficult period for U.S. troops as the president issues vague orders on withdrawal plans in Syria and Afghanistan.
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Trump complains about ‘bad press’ over Syria as pace of U.S. exit is questioned
The president insists he’s merely making good on a campaign promise.
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Marc A. Thiessen: Send Islamic State fighters held in Syria to Guantanamo Bay
We can’t allow over 1,000 terrorists to be released into the world so they can return to the fight.
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Kathleen Parker: The Grinch hasn’t stolen Christmas; the Grinch has lost his mind
Forcing the resignation of Defense Secretary Jim Mattis has cast a pall on the holidays.
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Another View: This isn’t the way to leave Syria
President Trump’s decision to yank U.S. troops leaves allies undefended and gives the Islamic State a chance to return.
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Putin praises Trump for Syria withdrawal, others say the move helps Islamic State
Trump on Thursday tweeted to defend his decision to withdraw all U.S. military forces from Syria.