The fall of Ghouta threatens Israel, US interests

Iran's encroachment could pose a threat to Israel and could mean increasing Russian influence in Syria.

A civil defense member reacts at a damaged site after an airstrike in the besieged town of Douma, Eastern Ghouta, Damascus, Syria

A civil defense member reacts at a damaged site after an airstrike in the besieged town of Douma, Eastern Ghouta, Damascus, Syria

(photo credit: REUTERS/BASSAM KHABIEH)

ByMUHAMMED RUZGAR

MARCH 14, 2018 09:44

Updated: APRIL 9, 2018 13:07

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