The Senate joined the House on Thursday in rare bipartisanship by approving a measure to train and equip members of the Syrian opposition.
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Iran’s Foreign Minister: U.S. ‘Not Serious’ About Defeating Islamic State
Iran’s foreign minister says the U.S. has been hesitant and contradictory in its approach to combating extremist groups in Iraq and Syria.
Alaska Delegation Critical Of President’s ISIS Plan
On Capitol Hill, the reaction was split, and not just along party lines. Both of Alaska’s senators were critical of the president’s plan.
Kerry Seeks Iraq’s Support On Move Against Islamic State
Secretary of State John Kerry is in Iraq for talks on the crisis with the newly installed government in Baghdad.
Obama Tells Lawmakers He Has Authority He Needs For Islamic State Fight
The bottom line is that it is unlikely that President Obama will ask Congress for authorization to conduct military strikes against the Islamic State.
Obama To Speak Wednesday On U.S. Strategy Against Islamic State
Citing a broad threat posed by the Islamic State, President Obama said Sunday that he’ll deliver a national address Wednesday to discuss the U.S. approach to fighting the group that has beheaded two American journalists this summer.