Putin: Our Mission in Syria is Complete
In a move that shocked the West, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday ordered the Defense Ministry to withdraw Russian forces from Syria.
Turkey’s Haunted Border with Syria
Much to Turkey’s discomfort, the Russians are playing a tough game in Syria.
Russian Jet Violates Turkish Airspace Leading to Tense Confrontation
The Turkish Foreign Ministry announced on Saturday that, “”A Su-34 plane belonging to the Russian Federation air force violated Turkish airspace at 11:46 local time yesterday (Friday)”.
ISIS Attacks Deir al-Zour, Killing and Kidnapping Hundreds
ISIS attacked strategic points in the Syrian city of Deir al-Zour reportedly killing and kidnapping hundreds of residents.
Netanyahu, Putin Affirm Ties in Combating Jihadists in Syria
Israel and Russia reaffirmed its continuing coordination in the fight against Islamic jihadists in Syria on Tuesday in a phone call between Netanyahu and Putin.
IDF Prepares for Possible Combined Attack from Iranian-Backed Syrian Forces
A senior source in the IDF has said that the Mount Hermon Brigade, the IDF brigade which sits closest to the Syrian border, is preparing to counter combined terrorist attacks from Iranian-backed forces in Syria.
The Russian Bear has Joined the Cardgame in the Middle East
The Saudi Arabian King’s visit to Moscow is a political gesture that signals Saudi Arabia’s move towards forging an alliance with Russia.
Saudi Prince: “I’ll Side With Israel” Against Palestinian Uprising, Iran
Saudi Arabian Prince al-Waleed bin Talal has said that his state must consider forging a “defense pact” with Tel Aviv in order to stop Iran from getting involved in the unfolding Middle East crisis.
Putin to Netanyahu: Russia’s Actions in Mideast Will Always Be Responsible
Israeli PM Netanyahu met with Russian President Putin in Moscow to address the changing security situation near Israel’s northern border.
Israel and Russia Look to Avoid Conflict in Syria
Following an increase in Russian presence in Syria, Israeli officials have been reassessing how to handle “fall-out” issues arising from the ongoing Syrian civil war.
