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Posted on December 13, 2025
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Two U.S. soldiers and an interpreter were killed in a Syria attack by Islamic State. Three others were wounded. The attacker was neutralized.
WASHINGTON, Dec 13 (Reuters) - Two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in an Islamic State attack on Saturday in Palmyra, Syria, where they were supporting counterterrorism operations, the Pentagon said.
Three others were wounded, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the attacker was killed by partner forces.
(Reporting by Phil Stewart; Writing by Doina Chiacu; Editing by Alistair Bell)
Islamic finance refers to financial activities that comply with Islamic law (Sharia). It prohibits interest (riba) and promotes risk-sharing, ethical investments, and social justice.
Military operations are coordinated actions carried out by armed forces to achieve specific objectives, which can include combat, peacekeeping, and humanitarian assistance.
The Pentagon is the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense. It oversees military operations, national defense strategies, and the coordination of armed forces.
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