Smashing Islamic State After Paris Attacks a Huge Challenge
- Full military option would cost trillions, could take decades
- Regional powers would need to lead but they have other agendas
Syrian IS Targets Bombed, France Reels from Paris Attacks
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Barbaric attacks in Paris by Islamic State are forcing an anguished reassessment by world powers that so far have lacked the political will and regional partners to defeat an organization flush with cash, equipment and volunteers.
As leaders gathered in Turkey on Sunday for a Group-20 summit, they pledged to redouble efforts to drain the lifeblood of the terrorists by targeting their finances and recruitment. They will consider deeper intelligence sharing, tighter border controls and the creation of Syrian safe havens.