Five reasons US comments on staying in Syria matter

US Defense Secretary Jim Mattis says US is shifting to stabilizing eastern Syria, which will mean more diplomats and contractors.

Jim Mattis

Jim Mattis

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BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

DECEMBER 30, 2017 03:42

Updated: DECEMBER 30, 2017 17:48

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