Three Americans killed in Syria by suspected Islamic State gunman, Pentagon says
The Guardian • 12/13/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
Two U.S. service members and one American civilian were killed in an ambush by a suspected Islamic State gunman in central Syria, marking the first attack to cause casualties since the fall of Bashar al-Assad, according to U.S. Central Command. Several others were also wounded in the incident reported on Saturday.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
33 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The Guardian
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 33 days - proven survivor
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