The Real News Network asked Ray to comment on the Kremlin’s attitude and aims toward Syria, with only two months left before a cast of hawks is likely to descend on Washington determined to show how tough they are.

So far, President Putin’s reaction has been marked by an uncommon sang-froid.  At the same time, he is strengthening Russia’s position in Syria such that it has already become extremely dangerous for American hawks to find and fix their prey.

http://therealnews.com/t2/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=767&Itemid=74&jumival=17502

October 21, 2016, (17 minutes)