‘Islamic State’ resurgence a ‘very real possibility’ after US exits Syria
19 November 2019 |
5:31 pm
The sudden US troop withdrawal from Syria has left its Kurdish allies in the lurch. As a Turkish offensive looms, the risk of devastating consequences, including IS resurgence, has Brussels and much of Europe concerned.
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