The Trump administration hopes that the US-backed fight against Islamic State in its last foothold in northeastern Syria will end within months but American forces will remain to ensure the "enduring defeat" of the militant group, a top US diplomat said on Wednesday.

Fight against Islamic State in last Syria stronghold may end soon: US envoy

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Fight against Islamic State in last Syria stronghold may end soon: US envoy