Key Highlights
- US plans to transfer up to 7,000 Islamic State fighters from Syria to Iraq.
- 150 Islamic State fighters have already been relocated to a secure location in Iraq.
- The transfer is intended to prevent potential prison breaks posing security threats.
- Syrian government forces are regaining control over areas previously held by Kurdish-led forces.
- A new ceasefire was announced between the Syrian government and Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces.
