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Two U.S. Service Members, Interpreter Killed in ISIS Attack in Syria

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1 day ago7 min read

A coordinated ISIS attack in northeastern Syria has killed two U. S.service members and a civilian interpreter, U. S.Central Command confirmed. The assault serves as a grim reminder of the persistent threat posed by the terrorist group despite the loss of its territorial caliphate.The attack targeted a small, persistent U. S.advisory force working with local Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Initial reports indicate the assault involved an improvised explosive device, highlighting the ongoing capability of ISIS sleeper cells to execute complex operations.The death of the interpreter underscores the vital and perilous role of local partners, who act as a critical bridge between U. S.troops and the region. The incident raises immediate questions about force protection for the approximately 900 U.S. troops remaining in Syria.It occurs amid broader regional tensions, including attacks by Iran-backed militias, though CENTCOM attributes this specific attack to ISIS. The fatalities will likely prompt a Pentagon review of the mission's risk calculus and fuel policy debates in Washington regarding overseas deployments.For the families of the fallen, the attack marks a profound personal tragedy. The mission continues, now under a heavier shadow, confirming that ISIS remains a lethal, patient enemy in an unfinished conflict.

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