Can Russia Sustain Its Military Operation In Syria?
Russia says its commitment there is limited, but some analysts are skeptical and warn Russia may find it increasingly difficult and expensive to maintain its Syrian operation.
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Pledging To End Two Wars, Obama Finds Himself Entangled In Three
The president wanted to bring home all U.S. troops during his tenure. But it now looks like U.S. forces will be fighting — on a limited basis — in a trio of wars when he leaves the White House.
New Rebel Coalition Forms In Syria; Insurgents Lost Ground Over Weekend
Led by Kurds, the coalition could receive U.S. air support in the fight against both President Bashar al-Assad and ISIS. Its members also include Arabs and Assyrian Christians.
Syria's 'DJ Marshall B' Raps About The Pain Of Being A Refugee
The Syrian performer has made his way through Europe while rapping about his experiences: "Lost between heaven and hell, I'm desperately trying to reach the light at the end."
U.S. Shelves Program Intended To Train Syrian Rebels
The U.S. will shift the focus to training so-called "enablers" in Turkey. Those leaders of opposition groups will gather intelligence and coordinate airstrikes with existing fighters.
Poll: North Carolina Residents Want More Action Against ISIS
North Carolinians support the U.S. taking action against the extremist group calling itself the Islamic State, which continues to hold territory in the Middle East.
U.S. Says Russian Missiles Intended For Syria Have Crashed In Iran
One U.S. official said the cruise missiles were launched from warships in the Caspian Sea. It was unclear where the missiles landed in Iran or if they caused any damage.
As Russia's Cruise Missiles Strike At Targets In Syria, NATO Stands With Turkey
In his speech kicking off the NATO meeting, Stoltenberg also said the alliance will establish two "small headquarters" in Hungary and Slovakia.
Syrian Opposition Says Russian Airstrikes Aren't Targeting ISIS
For U.S. leaders, the Russian airstrikes have stoked concerns that they would be used against not only ISIS, but also against moderate rebel groups.
Russia Begins Airstrikes In Syria After Assad's Request
The U.S. military says a Russian official informed the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad about the missions; Syria says it invited Russia's air force to help fight terrorism.