US Defense Chief Warns: Russians Will Die
Ashton Carter warns that due to its Syria attacks, Russia will in coming days 'begin to suffer casualties,' indicating domestic attacks.
Ashton Carter warns that due to its Syria attacks, Russia will in coming days 'begin to suffer casualties,' indicating domestic attacks.

Analysts say that despite the rhetoric, Turkey is too energy-reliant on Russia to follow through with Erdogan's threats.

Iraqi Shiites are very enthusiastic about Russia's involvement in neighboring Syria; 'Hajji Putin is better than Hussein Obama.'

State Department spokesman says more than 90% of Russia's airstrikes in Syria have targeted so-called moderate rebels.

Joint ground offensive reaches Idlib, Hama; Russian warships launch 26-missile naval assault.

Russian aircraft strayed into Turkey twice in two days en route to Syria, officials say; Ankara summons Russian ambassador.

Russian Deputy Chief of Staff among several top military officials meeting counterparts in Tel Aviv to coordinate operations over Syria.

Could Russia's large-scale military intervention backfire, uniting disparate rebel groups in the face of a common threat?

French Prime Minister Manuel Valls urges Russia to direct airstrikes at ISIS jihadists in Syria, echoes comments by President Hollande.

French President tells Russian counterpart his country's airstrikes in Syria should target only the Islamic State.

US official and Syrian rebels say Russia's opening salvo of 'ISIS war' only hit civilian targets and US-backed groups fighting ISIS.

After meeting between Putin and Netanyahu to avoid accidental run-ins, Israel's National Security Adviser notified of airstrikes.

Powerful Orthodox Church hails government decision to initiate airstrikes against rebels in Syria.

Moscow claims aid to Damascus is 'temporary', claims US-led airstrikes against ISIS violate international law.

Putin regime is good for Jews, says Israeli Foreign Ministry, but worsening political situation could prompt wave of anti-Semitism.

Russian and US leaders meet for first time in over a year; pledge to work together to avoid clashing in Syria despite opposing sides.

Iraq, Russia, Iran and Syria set up an intelligence committee in Baghdad in order to coordinate fight against ISIS.

Warsaw angry after Russian ambassador claims Poland partially at fault for being invaded by Nazis in 1939.

Syria gives Hezbollah 75 Russian tanks to make armored division. Russia assures Israel that it has always been responsible in Middle East.

Hezbollah leader says Russia's military buildup in Syria happened because Americans "failed" in anti-ISIS campaign.

IDF and Russian army officials to meet on October 5 to discuss preventing accidental exchanges of fire in Syria.

Security source says military deployed Russian drones to attack ISIS targets in northern and eastern Syria.

Satellite images show Russia is building weapons storage and military outpost, while US tries to find ways to work with Moscow.

Prime Minister, along with Chief of Staff, will make clear Israeli operations to continue despite Russians' growing presence.

Syrian official reveals new weapons now being deployed, US exposes Russian helicopters in rapidly expanding military buildup.

Secretary of State says Russia has proposed military talks on Syria, amid growing concerns over its military build-up there.

Netanyahu to visit Russia next week and warn that influx of advanced weaponry to Syria - and specifically to Hezbollah - threatens Israel.

Kerry makes his third phone call to his Russian counterpart in 10 days, warns against Moscow's military build-up in Syria.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov reiterates his country will continue to support its Syrian ally.

Russian Defense Ministry claims its planes have brought enough supplies to help a thousand refugees.

Syria’s Information Minister Omran Zohbi says reports that Russia has an increased presence in his country are baseless.

Russian foreign ministry says Moscow's assistance to Bashar Al-Assad is nothing out of the ordinary.

Mounting evidence of Russian boots on the ground to defend flagging Syrian allies against resurgent rebels; Obama still dawdling.

Moscow blocks Stockholm from borrowing Chagall works in latest move in diplomatic row between the two countries.

Diplomats say Russia is delaying the launch of UN investigation aimed at assigning blame for chemical weapon attacks in Syria.

As Obama prevaricates, Russia has no compunctions about backing its Syrian allies - and seems to even be sending troops to the front lines.

A report Thursday says the sale of Russian S-300 missiles to Iran may not take place, as the two sides wrangle over price.

Iran’s defense minister says Russia will deliver S-300 advanced missile system by the end of 2015.

US demands Syrian President Bashar al-Assad be given the boot after nearly 100 killed in devastating regime strike in Syria.

Despite Moscow's open support for the Syrian regime, Damascus's opposition in exile insists Russia is only trying to find a solution.

Secretary of State John Kerry speaks with Russian counterpart to express concern about a visit to Moscow by Qassem Soleimani.

Hold that thought: Lavrov caught cussing in meeting on Syrian conflict - was he targeting cameramen, or Saudi counterpart?

Iranian destroyer and missile ships join visiting Russian warships for drills in Iranian waters, highlighting key military partnership.

Russian FM Sergei Lavrov backs Syria after Security Council approves committee to investigate return of chlorine gas attacks.

Russian and Saudi officials to meet over Middle East issues - just after news surfaces of a secret meeting between Russia, Iran.

Report: the leader of the Revolutionary Guards's elite forces met with Putin, Russian Defense Minister - despite UN travel ban.

'Insane, stupid and vile': ban of Western food as part of Crimea tit-for-tat has steamroller crush 9 tons of cheese, bacon incinerated.

Hackers break into 4,000 Joint Chiefs of Staff personnel accounts in the space of a minute, in what is 'clearly work of a state actor.'

John Kerry announces agreement with Moscow to finally determine who is responsible for chemical weapons attacks in Syria.

Day after Turkey claims Russia is going to drop Syria, key meeting of foreign ministers taking place - will it mark a shift in region?

Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov pushes for 'immediate end to external intervention in the Syrian crisis.'

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov meets with Khaled Meshaal in Doha - and promises Hamas to 'return Palestinians home.'

Putin 'may give up on Assad' according to Turkish president, in a sign that some of the last backers of Assad may leave him out to dry.

Ivan Orsinin removed as judge for Facebook post praising 'Jews burning,' but will not be indicted for hate speech as he expressed regret.

State Department spokesman says Kerry doesn't agree with top general's assessment that Russia is an existential threat.

Spokesman John Kirby cuts off reporter, refuses to agree with or deny top general's assessment that Russia is the greatest threat.

Congressman on Armed Services Committee reveals Obama and Clinton's 'reset' policy failed, and Russia is posing a new strategic threat.

Top Russian negotiator says deal '91% done' and talks will end 'in coming days,' ahead of deadline next Tuesday and Putin-Rouhani meeting.

Russia holds new test on hypersonic vehicle able to beat US systems and deliver nuclear strike, following China's footsteps.

Islamists from four regions of Russia's Caucasus publish voice recording declaring 'allegiance' to ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
