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Biden Administration Denies Plans for US Troop Withdrawal from Syria Amid Ongoing Speculations

Gulan Media January 25, 2024 News
Biden Administration Denies Plans for US Troop Withdrawal from Syria Amid Ongoing Speculations

In a recent development, the Biden Administration has refuted claims suggesting a potential withdrawal of US forces from Syria. Earlier reports from Foreign Policy magazine had indicated ongoing discussions within the US State Department and Pentagon regarding the timing and method of a possible withdrawal.

According to Foreign Policy's sources, although no definitive decision had been made, there were indications that the White House no longer deemed the mission in Syria as necessary, prompting internal discussions on the potential withdrawal.

Contrary to these reports, Al-Hadath has released a statement asserting that the Joe Biden administration is not currently considering a troop withdrawal from Syria. This denial comes amidst continued attacks on US-led Coalition bases in Iraq and Syria by pro-Iran armed militias. The militias claim these attacks are in response to Washington's support for Israel during the conflict with Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

As the situation unfolds, the Biden Administration's stance on the presence of US forces in Syria remains a focal point, with conflicting reports adding complexity to the understanding of the administration's foreign policy in the region.

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