 Russia, Turkey and Iran hail US withdrawal from SyriaPutin, Erdogan and Rouhani say US withdrawal from Syria is a positive step that would help stabilize the situation. US withdrawal from Syria 'weeks away', says top generalHead of US military’s Central Command says start of withdrawal of ground troops from Syria is likely just weeks away. Report: US to remove all forces from Syria by AprilOfficials tell the Wall Street Journal the US military is preparing to pull all American forces out of Syria by the end of April. Ex-envoy blasts Trump: He has 'no plan'Brett McGurk, former US special envoy for anti-ISIS coalition, says Trump has "no plan" for what comes after forces withdraw from Syria. Trump: We'll 'devastate' Turkey's economy if they attack KurdsUS President warns Turkey against harming Kurds after US pullout from Syria. Pompeo: Withdrawal from Syria only a 'tactical change'US Secretary of State says withdrawal from Syria won't alter US military capacity to combat ISIS or Iran.US withdrawing equipment, not troops, from SyriaUS defense officials clarify earlier statement, say military has begun moving non-essential gear out of Syria, not withdrawing troops yet.Pompeo: US redoubling efforts to pressure IranDuring visit to Jordan, Secretary of State says withdrawal from Syria will not jeopardize efforts to pressure Iran and fight ISIS. Erdogan: US withdrawal from Syria must be planned carefullyTurkish President says his country is best partner to work with US on withdrawal from Syria, reaffirms commitment to defeating ISIS. ANALYSIS: Amid confusion over Syria, Iraq prepares to oust USTrump has effectively reversed his earlier statement about the immediate withdrawal of US troops from Syria. Bolton warns Syria against using chemical weaponsUS National Security Adviser arrives in Israel, warns Syria there's no change in US position against the use of chemical weapons. US has 'no timeline' for Syria withdrawalState Department official says there's no timeline for the withdrawal of American troops from Syria as Pompeo visit to the region announced. ANALYSIS: Iranian axis exploiting Trump's pull out from SyriaIncidents in both northern and eastern Syria make it clear that Russian-Iranian-Assad coalition is using chaos to conquer more territory. Report: Trump agrees to spread Syria withdrawal over 4 monthsAdministration officials say Trump agreed to spread the withdrawal of the military from Syria over four months instead of 30 days. Trump reassures Graham about plan to withdraw from SyriaSouth Carolina Senator meets Trump, shares concerns over Syria withdrawal plan Bolton to visit Israel, discuss SyriaUS national security adviser to visit Turkey and Israel in January to coordinate on Syria. Trump: We give Israel $4.5 billion every year, they'll be goodUS President says Israel knows how to defend itself very well and so it will be fine even after the US withdrawal from Syria.Trump on Syria: A lot of people are going to come aroundTrump defends his decision to withdraw US troops from Syria during an unannounced visit to Iraq. Report: Order to withdraw US forces from Syria signedUS defense official confirms order to withdraw US forces from Syria has been signed. No further details provided. Macron criticizes Trump over Syria withdrawalFrench President reacts to Trump decision on Syria, says "an ally must be reliable". Report: Trump told Erdogan Syria is 'all yours'According to CNN report, Trump and Erdogan discussed US withdrawal from Syria before Trump announced the move. Iran: US presence in Syria was 'source of tension'Iran welcomes US withdrawal of troops from Syria, says US military presence in Syria had been "a mistake".US envoy in ISIS fight resignsBrett McGurk submits resignation following Trump's decision to pull US forces out of Syria. 'The Americans have nothing to look for in Syria'Middle East expert David Bukay says Israel will have to accept the fact that it will not succeed in removing Iran from Syria. Report: US-led coalition attacks in SyriaSyrian media says US-led international coalition launched air strikes against army positions south of al-Sekhneh. US: 'Lots of evidence' Assad planning chemical attackUS representative for Syria says there is "lots of evidence" that chemical weapons are being prepared by Syrian government forces in Idlib. U.S. redirects Syria fundingState Department announces it will redirect $230 million in frozen funding away from Syria. Washington to Syrian rebels: Don't expect support from usWashington tells main Syrian rebel factions they should not expect military support to help them resist government offensive.Assad: Negotiations with the U.S. are a waste of timeSyrian President rules out negotiations with the United States, says American policy will not change. Report: International coalition hits Syrian army positionsHezbollah-affiliated media says warplanes from U.S.-led international coalition targeted two Syrian army positions. Head of U.S. forces in Syria visits IsraelHead of the U.S. military’s Central Command, Gen. Joseph Votel, visits Israel amid concerns Trump will withdraw forces from Syria. White House: Trump still wants to withdraw forces from SyriaWhite House spokeswoman responds to Macron, says Trump still wants U.S. forces in Syria to return home as soon as possible. Trump considering 8 targets in SyriaU.S. President considering striking eight potential Syria targets in response to recent chemical weapons attack in Douma. Trump: Decision on Syria could come tonightTrump vows forceful response to chemical attack in Syria, says decision on course of action could come as soon as Monday night. Trump: We'll be out of Syria 'very soon'Trump says the U.S. will be out of Syria and leave the fight against ISIS to others.U.S. officials: Assad producing new kinds of chemical weaponsOfficials in Washington say Syrian government still using chemical weapons despite committing to abolish its arsenal. Trump: We'd be upset if Assad uses chemical weaponsTrump says Washington “would be extremely upset” if Syrian President uses chemical weapons again. Mattis: We'll defend our troopsThe U.S. is not deepening its role in Syria's civil war but will act defensively when needed, says Defense Secretary Jim Mattis. U.S. sanctions Syria following chemical weapons attackTreasury sanctions employees of Syrian research center following chemical weapons attack in Idlib. White House: Future Syria strikes not out of the questionWhite House spokesman: U.S. could carry out future military strikes on Syria if its government uses chemical weapons on citizens. Haley: We're prepared to do more in SyriaAmbassador Nikki Haley says the U.S. is prepared to do more in Syria following Thursday's airstrikes. Trump orders attack on Syria50 Tomahawk missiles fired at Syrian airfield from which chemical weapons were fired at civilians. Haley: Syrians don't want Assad as their leaderAmbassador Nikki Haley says the United States does not believe that Syrians people Assad as their leader. Assad: Trump will be an ally - if he fights terrorismSyrian President says U.S. President-elect will be a "natural ally" if he fulfills his pledge to fight "terrorists". Rubio: What's Obama's strategy on Syria?GOP candidates criticize Obama's plan to deploy 50 special forces to Syria, say he lacks a real strategy to solve that conflict. Syrian MP: American troops are 'an act of aggression'Syrian member of parliament blasts Obama's decision to send special operations forces into his country. United States Widens Sanctions on SyriaNew American sanctions target individuals and entities providing energy products used by the Assad regime in fighting its own people. Assad 'Open to Dialogue' with the United StatesSyrian President says he is open to having a dialogue with the United States so long as Syria's "sovereignty" isn't pressured.There's No Coordination with Assad, Says State DepartmentState Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki says her country isn't coordinating airstrikes against ISIS in Syria. Obama Supports Training for Syrian Opposition, Says OfficialObama's nominee as Qatar ambassador: the administration supports plan to provide military training to moderate Syrian opposition. US Denies Reports of Another Chemical Weapons Attack in SyriaAlleged survivors of January attack turn to US for support; White House dismisses claims, says survivors 'can't get their story straight.'Congress Approves 'Light Weapons' to 'Moderate' Syrian RebelsOfficials: Light arms supplied by the U.S. are flowing to "moderate" Syrian rebels, funding for more has been approved by Congress. McCain: Obama is Worse than CarterSenator McCain blasts Obama over Syria. "I thought Jimmy Carter was bad, but he pales in comparison to this president." US and Britain Suspend Funding for Syrian RebelsMove follows reports of base overtaken by Islamist groups in the north; decision temporary, officials say. US 'Knew About Rebel Chemical Weapons, Acted Selectively'Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist reveals proof that US administration knew both sides had weapons; officials deny claims. American Jihadist in Syria: Entire World Will Be MuslimUS national in Syria declares intent to kill infidels, fight enemies of Islam, implement Sharia law worldwide - including in the West. Poll: 52% of Israelis don't Trust US on DefenseAmong religious people, over two thirds do not trust the US. 56% believe Iranian surprise attack is possible. |
