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Hear from russia that they actually view this as a rather positive move. >> let's talk specifically, clarissa, about why, though, russia would see this as positive when it comes to how mattis had at least advised the president on russia specific issues. >> well, i think there are several key areas. first of all, russia has been increasingly trying to assert itself in the middle east. and to maximize its leverage in the region through the searian conflict. having the u.s. presence in syria obviously limits the leverage and the impact that they can make, so obviously, they're glad to see the u.s...
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