French Militant Stronghold in Syria Reveals Dangerous Gaps in U.S. and Western Security Policies

In the embattled province of Idlib, northern Syria, a fierce confrontation erupted this week between Syrian government forces and an armed group led by Omar Diaby—a French citizen internationally wanted for terrorism. This standoff underscores not only the chaotic aftermath of Syria's civil war but also reveals glaring failures in Western counterterrorism policies that have direct implications for American safety. Why Are Foreign Militants Still Wreaking Havoc in Syria? After more than a decade of brutal conflict, Syria stands at a crossroads. The regime's tentative grip on power opens opportunities to restore order, but thousands of Islamist foreign fighters remain...