ISIS Captures 700 Hostages in Syria, Says Putin, but US Military Doubts Claim

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said that the ISIS terrorist group took nearly 700 hostages, including American citizens, in Syria. However, U.S. military officials have cast doubts on his claims.

Putin said the terrorist fighters seized the hostages south of the Euphrates River and issued an ultimatum promising to execute 10 people every day, Reuters reported.
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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