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American-led intervention in the Syrian Civil War

Civilians walk in a line in the desert.

ISIS militants continue to surrender, but US military warns of a resurgence

Even with its defeat at Baghouz looming large, ISIS is still widely assessed to represent a security threat, with a foothold in patches of remote territory and the ability to mount guerrilla attacks.

A Syrian national flag flutters next to ISIS slogan

As US declares victory over ISIS, a withdrawal from Syria proves perilous

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A middle-aged man stands at a podium with the Turkish and Iranian flag behind him.

Turkey to delay Syria operation as ISIS mounts attack

women stand in a row, chanting and clapping their hands

Syrian Kurds left behind as Trump pulls out US troops

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