Although GCC states voiced opposition to Russia’s intervention in Syria, they seek to build a new alliance with it.


Dr Jamal Abdullah is a researcher specialising in Gulf affairs at Global News Insight Centre for Studies.
Although GCC states voiced opposition to Russia’s intervention in Syria, they seek to build a new alliance with it.

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