Special to WorldTribune.com WASHINGTON — The United States has reported a failed military operation in Syria. The White House said U.S. special operations forces were sent to Syria to rescue American hostages of Islamic State of Iraq and Levant. Officials said the U.S. forces, directed by President Barack Obama, were unable to find the hostages, […]
Special to WorldTribune.com WASHINGTON — The United States has sought to maintain counter-insurgency cooperation with Middle East allies. Officials said the administration of President Barack Obama sent an envoy for security consultations with Turkey, Yemen and Saudi Arabia. The officials said the presidential envoy, Lisa Monaco, focused on the threat of Al Qaida, particularly in […]
