Russian Bear Settling in the Middle East

If there was any doubt about Russia's intentions Putin has made it crystal clear. The invasion of Georgia was just a minor step and the beginning of a new 'Cold War'; a Cold War that could get hot very quickly.

Syria's president Bashar al-Assad has invited Russian military to set up bases in Syria. The first step is a visit by Russia's only aircraft carrier, the "Admiral Kuznetsov," which will sail from Murmansk to the Syrian port of Tartus.

The mission comes after Syrian President Assad said he is open for a Russian base in the area. The mission will also include the missile cruiser "Moskva" and several submarines.

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