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Syrian Government and Kurdish-Led Militia Seal a Deal to Merge Forces

Syria’s government and a powerful Kurdish-led militia reached an agreement on Friday to integrate Kurdish forces into the Syrian military, according to Kurdish leaders and a Syrian official, the most decisive step yet to bringing calm after clashes had threatened to reignite a full-blown conflict.

Argentina in Advanced Talks to Become Destination for U.S. Deportations

The United States and Argentina are in advanced talks to sign an agreement that would allow the U.S. to deport immigrants from other countries to the South American nation, according to two people familiar with the negotiations and U.S. government records obtained by The Times.

Ukraine Can’t Defend the Entire Front. Russia Is Finding the Gaps.

The swift advance of Moscow’s forces into the town of Huliaipole showcases a central challenge for Kyiv: how to defend 700 miles with too few troops.

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