Syria war: ‘IS suicide bomber’ kills US troops in Manbij
Craig TaylorCivilians also die in an apparent suicide bombing in the Kurdish-held northern town of Manbij. BBC News – Middle East
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War In Syria Claims More Innocent Lifes
In the latest travesty in war-torn Syria the UN has reported that Fifteen Children most of whom were babies have died due to lack of medical care exacerbated by the freezing conditions. The fierce fighting has left thousands of families trapped in makeshift camps, lacking in basic supplies and in many cases shelter. The recent bad weather…
Turkey dismisses Trump threat to economy over Syrian Kurds
The US president has vowed to “devastate” Turkey’s economy if it attacks Kurdish fighters in Syria. BBC News – Middle East
Syria conflict: Pompeo ‘optimistic’ on deal to protect Kurds
The US secretary of state steps up diplomatic efforts with Turkey to protect Kurdish allies in Syria. BBC News – Middle East
Rahaf al-Qunun: Saudi teen granted asylum in Canada
Rahaf al-Qunun, 18, fled her family after renouncing Islam, and had been stranded at Bangkok airport. BBC News – Middle East
Yemen soldiers killed in Houthi drone attack on base
Senior commanders and officials were also reportedly injured in the attack by Houthi rebels. BBC News – Middle East