Violence in Northern Syria, Northern Iraq, and Southern Turkey

The following press release was published by the Ned Price, Department Spokesperson on Nov. 21. It is reproduced in full below.

The United States expresses its sincere condolences for the loss of civilian life in Syria and Turkey. We urge de-escalation in Syria to protect civilian life and support the common goal of defeating ISIS. We continue to oppose any uncoordinated military action in Iraq that violates Iraq’s sovereignty.

Source: Ned Price, Department Spokesperson