Russian Aces in Syrian Skies

... Russian-Style Russia’s admittedly highly unusual military operation in Syria is rightly in the global media’s crosshairs, with most analysts trying either to uncover Moscow's hidden objectives or forecast the mission’s outcomes. Deploying an air force contingent beyond national borders (especially in a distant country), launching airstrikes against the enemy to defend an ally in a domestic conflict, cruise missile attacks and heavy media support – all these features have been traditionally ...