Eyeing oilfields, U.S. aims to reinforce position in Syria-official
Source: Reuters
WASHINGTON, Oct 24 (Reuters) - The United States is committed to reinforcing its military position in Syria "with additional military assets" to prevent oilfields from being taken over by remnants of the Islamic State militant group or by others, a U.S. defense official said on Thursday.
The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, did not disclose what assets were under consideration. But the remarks were some of the clearest signs yet that the United States has not just ended plans for a full withdrawal from Syria, but that it may add some new capabilities to strengthen those American forces that remain in the country.
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So in spite of what dip shit says our soldiers are not leaving.
rickyhall
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(51,611 posts)roamer65
(36,745 posts)I dont blame the Kurds for hating us.
TheRealNorth
(9,481 posts)They cry crocodile tears for betraying the Kurds, but most are not doing anything.
MartyTheGreek
(566 posts)I guess he's done with Trump...
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MineralMan
(146,318 posts)Trump will get the word soon: Nyet!