Trump declares victory over IS in Syria, orders US troops home

The momentous decision to withdraw, which runs counter to long-established US policy for Syria and the region, blindsided lawmakers, the Pentagon and international allies alike. "We've won against ISIS," Trump said in a short video posted on Twitter, "we've beaten them and we've beaten them badly. We've taken back the land. And now it's time for our troops to come back home."

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