Russian Helicopters Observed At Airfield; Regime May Be Using New Arms From Moscow
September 17 2015
Russian involvement in the war in Syria seems to be on the increase.
U.S. officials say Russian helicopters have been seen at a Syrian airfield, reports Reuters.
Four helicopters, including gunships, were reportedly identified. It was unclear when they arrived, said officials on Wednesday.
The Kremlin is said to have sent about 200 naval infantry, battle tanks, artillery and other equipment to an airfield in Latakia, the nation's principal port.
In addition, regime...
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