Russia's military foothold in Syria at risk

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Rebel advance in Syria threatens to unravel Putin’s previous triumph

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Russia is embroiled in a massive land war in Europe and analysts question whether it has the resources to save Assad again.

Russia has maintained a significant military presence in Syria and stepped up its airstrikes in recent days .

November was the costliest month of the war so far for Moscow ’s forces, with an average of more than 1,500 killed or wounded a day.

Syria has been very central to Russia ’s perception of itself as a great power, Grajewski said.

She said Russia , Syria and Iran were likely to be planning a counteroffensive because rebels could pose a real threat to Russia 's Hmeimim and Tartus bases.

Russia has used the bases as a way station for mercenaries headed to Libya and other parts of Africa .

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