U.S. Begins Surveillance Flights Over Syria
August 26th, 2014Via: Syria:
U.S. surveillance flights over Syria have started with President Obama’s go ahead, a step that will provide potential targets if airstrikes against Islamic State militants are approved.
The Associated Press reported Tuesday that an unnamed U.S. official said the flights had begun. USA TODAY reported Monday that the flights will provide information on potential targets for strikes in Syria if Obama approves.
White House officials declined Tuesday morning to comment on the status of the flights.
