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Chris Smith: “It is now Russia that is taking the decisive role in shaping Syria's future and not in a helpful way.”

On the recordNovember 3, 2015
It is now Russia that is taking the decisive role in shaping Syria's future and not in a helpful way.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith points out Russia's increasing influence in Syria amidst U.S. inaction.

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