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From Syria to Somalia, US troops remain deployed this holiday season under missions that never formally ended

U.S. troops remain deployed in Syria, Iraq, Somalia and Yemen under war authorities, conducting raids and airstrikes in conflicts most Americans have forgotten.

Politics November 4

Former Vice President Dick Cheney dead at 84

Former Vice President Dick Cheney, who served under President George W. Bush during the 9/11 attacks and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, has died.

Politics November 4

Bush hails Cheney as 'the one I needed' as vice president

George W. Bush honors Dick Cheney's legacy following the former vice president's death, calling him a patriot and decent man in a heartfelt tribute.

Donald Trump October 19

Trump taps Detroit entrepreneur Mark Savaya, who boosted Muslim turnout, as special envoy to Iraq

President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he was naming Detroit-area entrepreneur Mark Savaya, who helped boost Muslim American turnout for his campaign, as special envoy to Iraq.

Iran October 6

Iran expands it ‘shadow empire’ across Middle East as Trump pulls troops from Iraq, Syria

Iran has built parallel military infrastructure across Syria and Iraq over decades, creating a shadow empire that security analysts fear will grow stronger as the U.S. withdraws.

Iraq September 28

Iraqi president says nation is ‘100% safe’ amid lingering ISIS, militia concerns

President Abdullatif Jamal Rashid dismisses concerns about Iranian proxy influence in Iraq, insisting Baghdad maintains independent decision-making as U.S. troops prepare to leave.

Middle East September 18

US ‘ups the ante,’ designates Iran-backed groups in Iraq terrorist organizations

State Department targets Iraqi militias responsible for attacks on U.S. forces in Iraq, Syria and Jordan with new foreign terrorist organization designations.

Pentagon August 25

‘Bold’ general who led US’ ‘Midnight Hammer’ strikes on Iran ends Middle East reign

Gen. Michael "Erik" Kurilla hands over CENTCOM leadership to Adm. Brad Cooper after overseeing Iran strikes and Houthis operations during his tenure as commander.

Opinion June 24

SEN. BERNIE SANDERS: America must not go to war with Iran

The United States cannot get involved with Iran. We must learn our lessons from Vietnam and Iraq. Trump's Iran strikes and Netanyahu's influence on American policy must be checked.

Iran June 23

Bush's War on Terror vs Trump's Iran approach: How US Middle East strategy evolved

Middle East policy shifted from Bush-era interventions to Trump's approach, with Israel acting against Iran's nuclear program while EU-3 negotiation methods falter.