The commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces hopes U.S. forces will stay in Syria. But if they don’t, he is prepared to defend his militia’s hard-fought gains.
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Pakistan Says Separatists Killed 5 in Attack on Luxury Hotel
An assault on a hotel frequented by guests from China, which is investing heavily in the region, was “an effort to sabotage our economic prospects,” Prime Minister Imran Khan said.
News Analysis: Trump Said He Would Tame Rogue Nations. Now They Are Challenging Him.
President Trump said Barack Obama was a patsy who had allowed North Korea, Iran and Venezuela to run roughshod over him. But those nations are pushing back against Mr. Trump.
Taliban Kill at Least a Dozen Afghan Soldiers, a Day After Peace Talks
Militants overran two outposts in the western province of Badghis, and say they will continue to mount attacks.
Two French Soldiers Are Killed in Raid That Frees Four Hostages in Burkina Faso
Two French citizens, an American and a South Korean were freed, in a region wracked by armed conflict and terrorism.
North Korea Fires 2 Short-Range Ballistic Missiles, South’s Military Says
The South Korean military said it had “stepped up our surveillance and monitoring in preparation for possible additional launches.”
North Korea Fires Two Short-Range Ballistic Missiles, South’s Military Says
The South Korean military said it had “stepped up our surveillance and monitoring in preparation for possible additional launches.”
Iraq’s Militias, Accused of Threatening U.S., Pose a Quandary for Iraq
The militias were critical in pushing the Islamic State out of Iraq, but most have refused to disarm. They range from helpful groups to criminal organizations, and some have ties to Iran.
At War: These Jewish World War II Veterans Would Be Legends, if People Knew Their Stories
An estimated 17,000 Jewish Canadians fought in World War II. Many of their stories have never been told, including my grandfather’s.
Trump Supports Food Aid for North Korea, South Says
Despite North Korea’s recent tests of weapons, President Trump supports South Korea’s humanitarian aid for the North, South Korea says.