Syrian rebel group splits from al-Qaeda
With Zach Montellaro A NEW NAME, A NEW REBEL CALCULUS IN SYRIA? NUSRA FRONT SAYS IT’S SPLITTING FROM AL-QAEDA: It’s still unclear what the new name means for the Syrian rebel group, but it’s likely to complicate U.S.-Russia talks, The Associated Press reports: “The leader of Syria's Nusra Front said in recording aired Thursday that his group is changing its name, claiming it will have no more ties with al-Qaida in an attempt to undermine a potential U.S. and Russian air campaign against its fi..>> view originalBikini-clad Swedish policewoman 'stops thief'
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