Analysis: ISIL attacks could undermine US-Syria security collaboration
Summary
A joint US-Syrian patrol was attacked near Palmyra, Syria, resulting in the deaths of two US soldiers and an interpreter. The attacker, linked to ISIL, was killed by Syrian forces. The incident underscores growing cooperation between the US and Syria against ISIL, with a decrease in ISIL attacks in 2025 compared to previous years.Key Facts
- A joint US-Syrian patrol was ambushed on December 13 near Palmyra, Syria.
- Two US soldiers and an interpreter died in the attack, and four others were injured.
- The attacker was linked to the ISIL group and was killed by Syrian forces.
- US and Syrian governments are working together against ISIL.
- Syria joined the US-backed coalition fighting ISIL in November.
- The number of ISIL attacks in Syria has dropped significantly in 2025.
- US intelligence has helped Syria stop several ISIL attacks.
- Investigations are ongoing to determine more details about the attacker’s connections.
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