United States Secretary of Defense determined that soldiers be consolidated in specific places, although it has not revealed what these areas will be
They announced a significant reduction in the number of their troops, decreasing from approximately 2,000 to less than 1,000 soldiers. This decision was disclosed by the Pentagon and reflects a reassessment of military operations in the country, where US forces act to combat the Islamic State Jihadist group (IS). The US Secretary of Defense has determined that troops be consolidated in specific places, although it has not revealed what these areas will be. This strategy aims to optimize the American military presence, maintaining the effectiveness of operations against IS.
The Central Command of the United States remains on alert and prepared to carry out military actions against the remnants of the Islamic State in Syria. Despite the significant losses that the jihadist group has suffered in recent years, it remains a threat, especially in rural areas in both Syria and Iraq. So far, US forces had made recurring attacks and raids to help prevent the group’s resurgence.
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Posted by Luisa Dos Santos
