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August 27, 2014

Report: U.S. Recruiting Allies for Airstrikes in Syria 
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The Obama administration is reportedly mobilizing allies for possible
U.S. military action in Syria. The New York Times, citing unnamed
officials, says Obama is also planning to expand airstrikes against
Islamic State militants in northern Iraq. On Tuesday, Obama vowed to
continue action against the militants after they killed journalist James
Foley.

President Obama: "But our message to anyone who harms our people is
simple: America does not forget; our reach is long. We are patient.
Justice will be done. We have proved time and time again we will do
what's necessary to capture those who harm Americans, to go after those
who harm Americans. And we'll continue to take direct action where
needed to protect our people and to defend our homeland."

 

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