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Russia Steps Up Bombing Campaign Against Islamic Terrorists IS
Russia is stepping up it's bombing campaign against Islamic terrorists IS by stationing some of it's aircraft in Iran for the first time.
There are reports that up to six bombers are now operating from an air base in the west of the country.
Defence Analyst Robin Lustig On Russian Air Strikes:
The planes have already been engaged in the Syrian air campaign but operating from bases in Russia.
Former British Ambassador to Moscow Sir Tony Brenton told Forces TV this is a significant move:
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