Russian Syria Airstrikes ‘Accelerant’ for Global Jihad

The start of Russian airstrikes to prop up the government of Syrian President Bashar al Assad could trigger a new wave of foreign fighters, strengthening jihadists across the region. U.S. intelligence officials have been warning about potential fallout since Moscow began expanding its military footprint in Syria earlier this month. But such calls have taken on greater urgency with Russian bombs falling on Syrian targets. “There’s no doubt extremists will look to amplify their...

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