More Than 500 U.S. Troops To Remain In Syria

The US is reducing its military presence in the region, with troop levels remaining around 500-600. President Trump ordered a withdrawal from northern Syria, leading to Turkey's invasion and leaving Kurdish fighters vulnerable. The Pentagon confirmed some troops will stay to guard oil fields, with General Millie emphasizing the ongoing threat of ISIS. He warned that without continued pressure, ISIS could re-emerge. Prior to the withdrawal, there were about 1,000 US troops in Syria.

What was the approximate number of US troops General Millie mentioned would remain in the region?

• 700 to 800

• 500 to 600

• 1000 to 1200

• 200 to 300

What significant event occurred after President Trump's announcement to withdraw US troops from northern Syria?

• The UN intervened

• Iran sent troops to Syria

• Turkey invaded the area

• Russia increased its military presence

Who were the Syrian Kurdish fighters allied with in the battle against ISIS?

• Russia

• Iran

• Turkey

• The United States

Why did General Millie emphasize the need for US troops to remain in Syria?

• To guard oil fields

• To maintain pressure on ISIS

• To support Turkey

• To assist the Syrian government

What could happen if attention is not maintained on ISIS, according to General Millie?

• The Syrian government could collapse

• The US could lose its influence

• ISIS could re-emerge

• Turkey might withdraw