Russia WARNING – Putin preparing to ATTACK area in Syria occupied by US troops

Russia WARNING – Putin preparing to ATTACK area in Syria occupied by US troops (Source express.co.uk)

RUSSIA has sent two stark warnings to the US this week, claiming it is prepared to attack an area where dozens of US troops are currently located, US defence officials have revealed. Russia says there are already militants in an area, which is protected by the US military. Officials claimed the US-led anti-ISIS coalition base at Al Tanf could be a risk.

Al-Tanf is a military base located 24km to the west from the al-Tanf border crossing between Syria and Iraq in Homs Governorate. Given its location, the base constitutes a strategic point for the US, but Iran and Russia are competing for influence in the area. One US defence official told CNN: “We have absolutely advised them to stay out of At Tanf.

“We are postured to respond.

“The United States does not seek to fight the government of Syria or any groups that may be providing it support.

“However, if attacked, the United States will not hesitate to use necessary and proportionate force to defend US, coalition or partner forces.”

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