
ISIS Leader Blows Himself Up During US Special Ops Raid In Syria
U.S. special operations forces conducted a large-scale counterterrorism raid in northwest Syria overnight Thursday that has once again left the ISIS terror group without a leader.
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U.S. special operations forces conducted a large-scale counterterrorism raid in northwest Syria overnight Thursday that has once again left the ISIS terror group without a leader.
The U.S. on Thursday conducted its first military action under President Joe Biden, targeting infrastructure utilized by Iranian backed militant groups in Syria in response to recent rocket attacks in Iraq.
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State of Syria and Iraq (ISIS) who once controlled a vast swath of territory and tens of thousands of fighters, has been killed in Syria.
President Trump announced Wednesday that the U.S. would lift sanctions on Turkey because there will be a "permanent" ceasefire in the conflict between Turkey and the Kurds in northern Syria.
President Trump slammed Kurds in northeastern Syria on Wednesday, repeatedly declaring that members of the group that fought alongside U.S. troops in the fight against ISIS are "not angels."
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions against Turkish officials and institutions over the country's incursion into northern Syria.
Hundreds of ISIS family members and supporters escaped from a camp in northern Syria over the weekend amid a fast-moving Turkish offensive.
The U.S. is "preparing to evacuate" about 1,000 U.S. troops from northern Syria "as safely and quickly as possible," Defense Secretary Mark Esper told "Face the Nation" in an interview Sunday.
Turkey launched airstrikes and fired artillery aimed at crushing Kurdish fighters in northern Syria on Wednesday after U.S. troops pulled back from the area.
Some of President Trump's strongest Republican supporters are condemning his decision to remove U.S. forces from outposts in northeast Syria in order to clear the way for a Turkish incursion.
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Trump praised the work his administration has done so far, especially pertaining to relations with North Korea.
One of the targets of U.S.-led coalition airstrikes in Syria was still smoldering as the United States warned its forces were "locked and loaded" to strike again.
Russian President Vladimir Putin denounced the Friday night raids as aggression that will make the humanitarian crisis in Syria worse.
The president said the U.S. is "prepared to sustain this response until the Syrian regime stops its use of prohibited chemical agents."
It appears Secretary of Defense James Mattis is advocating for a cautious approach, saying any U.S. action could provoke a major reaction.
President Donald Trump warned Russia Wednesday to "get ready," saying missiles "will be coming" to Syria following a suspected chemical attack.
The trip comes as all eyes are on the administration for its response to a suspected chemical attack in Syria last weekend.
Rebel leaders in Syria say dozens of people were killed in the apparent chemical attack in Douma, Syria.
Syrian President Bashar Assad's government is denying the allegations of such an attack on a rebel-held town near Damascus, the capital.
The resolution was demanded the ceasefire "without delay" to deliver humanitarian aid to millions and evacuate the critically ill and wounded.
A United Nations watchdog group wants to know why the school hired a fierce critic of Israel who spent years working for a man most consider a war criminal.
Press Secretary Sean Spicer issued a statement Monday night, saying the U.S. "has identified potential preparations for another chemical weapons attack by the Assad regime that would likely result in the mass murder of civilians, including innocent children."
An American airstrike hit pro-Syrian government forces in southern Syria Thursday, as they were setting up fighting positions in a protected area.
Dramatic video shows the raids mounted by a joint fugitive task force made up of U.S. Marshals and NYPD officers.
The Department of Health says it will make more appointments available as it gets more doses from the government.
Robert "Bobby" Crimo III faces seven counts of first-degree murder in the shooting at the July 4th parade in Highland Park.
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He spoke to residents, activists and leaders in Downtown Brooklyn.
Police say suspects in two cars were firing at each other when a stray bullet struck a woman in the chest.
The 26-year-old disappeared on Nov. 3, 2020, after celebrating her birthday with friends and her boyfriend, Kareem Flake.
It happened on Rockaway Avenue near Lott Avenue in Brownsville on June 30.
The superintendent says she hopes the video gives others hope and faith in the future as we deal with the pandemic.
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He spoke to residents, activists and leaders in Downtown Brooklyn.
Police say suspects in two cars were firing at each other when a stray bullet struck a woman in the chest.
It happened on Rockaway Avenue near Lott Avenue in Brownsville on June 30.
The removal of the Violet Cove is being hailed as a major milestone in the revitalization of a struggling community.
Tuesday was eventful, as a woman got pinned under a transit bus and another fell in a gap at Metro-North station.
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People packed state parks across the Tri-State Area to celebrate the Fourth of July.
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The superintendent says she hopes the video gives others hope and faith in the future as we deal with the pandemic.
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More than a national award, this includes teachers from Central America and Asia.
Officers used fire extinguishers to tamp down the fire, giving them time to pull him from the passenger side window.
The low-cost carrier will receive 16 peak-hour opportunities to take off or land at Newark.
This is the 15th year for Operation Shower and the second year the Islanders have helped host the event.
Last weekend, a lifeguard at Smith Point Beach on Long Island was bitten by a shark.
The removal of the Violet Cove is being hailed as a major milestone in the revitalization of a struggling community.
It all started with a home security camera.
A member of the Fatima Al-Zahra mosque in Ronkonkoma posted video of the damage and said somebody threw a "bomb canister" at a sign.
Lander says he suspects it may have been done to make a pet project of former Mayor Bill de Blasio's look better than it was.
The new bill requires New York airports to provide a space for breastfeeding away from public view.
The president awarded the nation's highest military decoration to four soldiers for their service in Vietnam.
Hizzoner says the drivers with paper license plates are often up to no good, using the cars to commit violent acts.
The legislation includes measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to create green jobs in the state.
The Department of Health says it will make more appointments available as it gets more doses from the government.
Monkeypox is spread through close, prolonged contact with an infected person.
Citywide transmission rates are back at the highest levels we've seen since May.
The city's health department says it is working with federal partners to get extra doses in the coming weeks.
The medal is the nation's highest civilian honor.
The new show features former competitors from "Survivor," "Big Brother," "The Amazing Race" and "Love Island."
Last week, Kelly was sentenced to 30 years in prison for sexually abusing women and girls.
Federal authorities are pushing back on R. Kelly's claims that he was placed on suicide watch as a form of punishment.
Swift, 32, has had prior issues with alleged stalkers.
Kelly claims officials at the Metropolitan Detention Center knew he was not suicidal after his sentencing.
Judge became the first Yankees player to hit 30 home runs before the All-Star break twice in his career.
A loss would have left the Mets with their slimmest lead since April 16.
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The famous number 14 was on the back of jerseys all over Larry Doby Field on Tuesday.
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"It's one of the few professions where you work with your heart, your hands, and your head at the same time," co-owner Tom Geppel told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"That was my dream, to open a small business here," co-owner Pompeyo "Papa" Martinez told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"We whip the whipped cream by hand. We make our hot fudge, caramel, most of our syrups," owner Vito Citrano told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
"Most of my customers are regulars. They come almost every day, and they feel that this is their home," Panagiotis Binioris said.
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
Stars of stage and screen hit the red carpet for the 75th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday night.
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