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US military halts patrols against Islamic State in Syria
Turkish threats of a ground invasion have stymied the missions with Kurdish forces.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
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New Iran rocket attacks won’t force US hand in troop drawdown, CENTCOM commander says
Recent attacks are an increase after a slight lull since March, officials reported.
By Todd South
Tensions with Iran and its proxies led to accelerated transfer of bases housing coalition troops to Iraqi forces
"This base transfer occurred amid force protection concerns sparked by escalating tensions between the United States and Iran and its proxy militias, which CJTF-OIR said led to an acceleration of the long-term transfer plan."
By Shawn Snow
US hands over another air base to Iraqi forces
“These pre-planned base transfers are not related to recent attacks against Iraqi bases hosting Coalition troops, or the ongoing COVID-19 situation in Iraq."
By Shawn Snow
Trump warns Iran will pay a ‘very heavy price’ if its forces or proxies attack US troops
“Upon information and belief, Iran or its proxies are planning a sneak attack on U.S. troops and/or assets in Iraq. If this happens, Iran will pay a very heavy price, indeed!,” Trump tweeted Wednesday.
By Shawn Snow
US military may send missile defense batteries to the Middle East in wake of Iran strike
“There has always been a supply and demand problem when it comes to U.S. air and missile defenses. We have 15 battalions of Patriot defenses, for example, deployed in at least 10 countries and territories around the world."
By Shawn Snow