U.S. “stands in solidarity” with UK, France after terror attacks
By Reuters
16 September 2017 |
3:00 am
National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster says the U.S. will work 'tirelessly' with its allies to prevent terror attacks and says the U.S. remains committed to defeating terrorist organizations.
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