Defense

Obama to send 250 additional military personnel to Syria

Written by Teunis Felter

President Obama has approved sending another 250 U.S. military personnel to Syria to help opposition forces battle the Islamic State, an administration official confirmed Sunday.  The U.S. personnel will not be engaged in direct combat but will advise the units and can help coordinate airstrikes by the U.S.-led coalition.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2016/04/24/obama-syria-germany/83467188/

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Teunis Felter

Teunis Felter has over 20 years experience as an author, editor, and scientist. When not exploring outside, he enjoys reading history, researching genealogy, and civilly discussing politics.