Obama: Increasing Support to Fight ISIS in Syria

The transcript discusses the US decision to increase support for local forces fighting ISIL in Syria, including deploying additional special operations forces. These forces will provide training and assistance but not lead ground combat. The US remains committed to both military and diplomatic efforts to end the Syrian civil war. The transcript also highlights the need for international contributions, particularly from Europe and NATO, to combat ISIL effectively.

What is the primary role of the additional US special operations forces in Syria?

• To provide training and assistance to local forces

• To oversee diplomatic negotiations

• To lead the fight on the ground

• To engage in direct combat with ISIL

What is the US's stance on diplomacy in relation to the Syrian conflict?

• The US is committed to both military and diplomatic efforts

• The US has given up on diplomatic efforts

• The US is solely focused on military solutions

• The US is only interested in political transitions

What is required to end the suffering of the Syrian people according to the transcript?

• An effective political transition

• Withdrawal of all foreign troops

• A complete military victory

• Increased economic sanctions

What lesson does the US believe ISIL will learn?

• That they can easily defeat local forces

• That their hatred is stronger than international unity

• That their hatred is no match for nations united in defense

• That they can negotiate a peace settlement

What is the role of European countries, including NATO, in the fight against ISIL?

• They are making important contributions but can do more

• They are only providing financial support

• They are leading the fight

• They are not involved at all