Syria's Kobani less at risk but could still fall: U.S. officials
October 23, 2014 at 18:49 PM EDT
MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE Fla. (Reuters) - The Syrian border town of Kobani appears in less danger of falling to the Islamic State, but the threat still remains, U.S. officials said on Thursday, offering a measured view of a key battle against the militant group.