The UK government has faced growing pressure to accept the return of women who married Islamic State fighters and are now being held in camps such as Camp Roj, where they are being detained with their children. One British mother, in her 20s, expressed frustration in a WhatsApp message that she felt ignored by UK authorities, highlighting the plight of these women who have been held for five years according to the UN.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14266135/UK-Donald-Trumps-Isis-Bride-Shamima-Begum-Syria-Lammy.htmlUS Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has stated that American troops are still necessary in Syria to prevent the Islamic State group from reconstituting as a major threat after the ouster of Bashar Assad's government. Specifically, he cited the need to secure detention camps holding tens of thousands of former IS fighters and family members, including up to 8,000-10,000 individuals with some considered very dangerous. Austin made these comments at Ramstein Air Base in Germany, where he was discussing military aid for Ukraine with partner nations. This stance is a departure from the approach taken by President-elect Donald Trump's administration, which had previously attempted to withdraw all forces from Syria in 2018 under former Defense Secretary Jim Mattis.
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has stated that American forces are still needed in Syria to prevent the Islamic State group from reconstituting as a major threat following the ouster of Bashar Assad's government. According to Austin, there are tens of thousands of former IS fighters and family members being held in detention camps, with estimates suggesting 8,000-10,000 fighters and at least 2,000 considered high-risk. If Syria is left unprotected, Austin believes ISIS fighters would re-enter the mainstream, posing a threat to regional security.
https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2025/01/09/us-troops-need-to-stay-in-syria-to-counter-isis-pentagon-chief-says/US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has stated that American troops are still needed in Syria to prevent the Islamic State (ISIS) from reconstituting as a major threat after the ouster of Bashar Assad's government. Specifically, Austin cited the need for security at detention camps holding 8,000-10,000 former ISIS fighters and family members, with up to 2,000 considered high-risk. If Syria is left unprotected, Austin believes that ISIS fighters would re-enter mainstream society, posing a renewed threat.
https://krcgtv.com/news/nation-world/us-troops-need-to-stay-in-syria-to-counter-the-islamic-state-group-austin-saysIndia is seeking support from Russia, France, and the US to counter Pakistan's moves on Kashmir. India considers Jammu and Kashmir an integral part of its sovereign territory and opposes international interference in the matter. Pakistan has taken a seat on the Islamic State (ISIS) and Al Qaeda Sanctions Committee, which labels individuals and groups as terrorists and imposes sanctions. As a non-permanent member of the UNSC, Pakistan aims to promote peace and stability, while also opposing unilateral use of force and supporting UN peacekeeping efforts.
https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/pakistan-non-permanent-unsc-seat-why-bad-for-india-13849379.htmlPakistan's Alternate Permanent Representative to the United Nations Asim Iftikhar Ahmad has reaffirmed the country's commitment to upholding UN resolutions and promoting regional peace, particularly in Afghanistan. Pakistan is set to begin its eighth term as a non-permanent member of the 15-member Security Council for two years, starting from 2025-26. The envoy emphasized that Pakistan will continue to prioritize dialogue and diplomacy to address long-standing conflicts and promote cooperative multilateralism. He highlighted the country's efforts to combat terrorism and improve security, while also underscoring its commitment to progress and stability. Pakistan is set to preside over the Security Council in July and has been allocated a seat on the Islamic State (ISIS) and Al Qaeda Sanctions Committee.
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