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The enduring instability in Syria has led to the realization that defeating ISIS does not equate to eradicating the threat it poses. Although the U.S. military played a crucial role alongside Kurdish forces in defeating ISIS's territorial claims in 2018, the threat remains tangible. Many of the fighters who once comprised ISIS's ranks are not simply confined to prisons; numerous individuals either went into hiding or returned to insurgent activities, creating a risky environment where old challenges can resurface.