House grudgingly approves to arm Syrian rebels
The House voted 273 to 156 to authorize training and arming Syrian rebels as part of spending legislation seven weeks before elections. Supporters saw it as a limited option while critics urged caution, with leaders from both parties backing the plan and Senate action expected soon.
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Dempsey cites half of Iraqi army unfit to partner with US
Gen. Martin Dempsey said about half of Iraqs army cannot partner effectively with the United States to roll back Islamic State gains in western and northern Iraq. He noted the other half would need US training and equipment. He discussed immunity for US troops training Iraqis and the prospect of training in protected locations with US advisory support and air power.
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Iraq prime minister rejects foreign ground troops for IS fight
In an AP interview Haider al Abadi, sworn in September, says no foreign ground forces are needed in Iraq to combat the Islamic State group. He credits the U S aerial campaign with aiding gains and urges action against IS in Syria to end the threat. He welcomes broader international support but opposes foreign troops.
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