Putin shifts missiles to Syria after Turkish air downing
Russia will deploy S-400 missiles to Hemeimeem base in Latakia and move the Moskva cruiser closer to shore after a Turkish shot down a Russian jet. Officials say the move raises NATO tensions and risks broader confrontation while Syria’s war deepens.
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Preventable errors blamed for hospital airstrike in Afghanistan
U S officials say an AC 130 attack that killed 31 civilians at a Kabul hospital resulted from avoidable human error by soldiers and airmen who violated rules of engagement. They were removed from duty pending further investigation as Gen. John Campbell cited misdirected targeting and reliance on a ground description with no on site observers.
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Bond style rescue in Syria as pilots parachute after Turkish airstrike
Amid Syria at war two Russian pilots ejected from a hit aircraft near the Turkish border. One pilot Lt Col Oleg Peshkov died after rebels shot him. Capt Konstantin Murakhtin landed and hid for 12 hours until a Syrian commando unit found him. The rescue underscores the front lines’ chaos and shifting alliances in the conflict.
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Russia Muslims flee to Islamic State amid crackdown
In Dagestan and Komsomolskoye security forces harass devout Muslims with DNA testing and raids. The heavy police presence drives residents toward Syria to join Islamic State, including Rashid Magomedov who fled after detentions and a cleared case.
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Protests target Chicago shopping area over McDonald shooting
Chicago protests continued as small groups urged others to shut down Michigan Avenue amid the Laquan McDonald case. Activists demanded DOJ investigation of police conduct while political leaders called for accountability. The video sparked nationwide reactions as demonstrations spread to other cities.
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Sheriff puts up politically incorrect sign in Harris County
Harris County Sheriff Mike Jolley unveiled a sign outside the department building declaring the county politically incorrect. The sign praises Merry Christmas God Bless America In God We Trust and troops and flag and invites offended residents to leave. Jolley financed the sign himself and says he will install more with broad community support.
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