VOA: US, Russia Military Officials Holding Talks on Syria
The United States and Russia called an emergency teleconference Thursday morning in an effort to avoid firing upon each other as each wages air campaigns in Syria.
The conference, including two high-level U.S. defense officials and at least one Russian counterpart, was precipitated by Moscow's launch of airstrikes Wednesday in support of Syria. A Pentagon spokesman confirmed the talks had begun.
But the officials' conversation comes amid signs that Russia may be preparing to expand its air operations to neighboring Iraq.
MIDDLE EAST
Russia launches airstrikes against al-Assad's enemies in Syria.
US-backed Syrian rebels say they have been hit by Russian airstrikes.
John Kerry: U.S. open to Russia hitting Islamic State in Syria.
Assad allies, Iranian troops prepare ground attack in Syria.
The Latest: Turkey not contacted by Russia over Syria plan.
Saudi Arabia demands Russia end Syria raids, criticizes Iran.
Yemeni govt., Saudi-led forces retake strategic Red Sea strait: spokesman.
Palestinian leader disavows agreements signed with Israel.
Khamenei calls for stronger Iranian military to deter enemies.
'Obama handshake' triggers anger in Iran parliament.
Hajj crush: Iran death toll rises to 464.
ASIA
Afghan troops seize parts of Kunduz from Taliban.
Pakistan's Sharif urges formalized Kashmir truce with India.
Kyrgyzstan set to cling to Russia in face of security threats.
At least 50 said killed in September Xinjiang attack as China warns on security.
China arrests suspect in deadly parcel bomb blasts.
Unification with China not on agenda, says Taiwan president.
China navy calls for United States to reduce risk of misunderstandings.
Japan says it must look after its own before allowing in Syrian refugees.
AFRICA
Tunisian troops block car bombs crossing Libyan border.
Burundi's Nyamitwe accuses Rwanda of training rebels.
Burkina Faso coup leader Gen Diendere 'held'.
Most Burkina coup troops 'rejoin army'.
Central African Republic warning over 'blood diamonds'.
S. Africa's anti-corruption marches challenge Zuma.
Zimbabwe to ban electric water heaters to save power.
EUROPE
Ukraine to pull out small-caliber weapons from war-torn east.
UNHCR plans for 1.4 million Mediterranean refugees in 2015-6.
Migrants face new diversion as Hungary prepares to seal Croatia border.
Tempers flare in Germany's crowded refugee centres. Germany took in more than 200,000 migrants last month.
Austria's largest refugee camp readies for winter.
Greece opens Olympic venue to migrants.
Nearly 100,000 people protest against US nuclear weapons in Germany.
Paris tightens fine for smokers dropping cigarette butts.
AMERICAS
Russia-linked hackers tried to access Clinton server.
Donald Trump: I would send Syrian refugees home.
Biden expected to skip first Democratic debate.
Mounting extortion plagues shopkeepers in violent Venezuela.
Colombian Farc rebels to halt military training.
Peru declares state of emergency in mining region.
Hurricane Joaquin bears down on Bahamas and could hit US east coast.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
ISIS cell planned to attack IDF base.
Russia says will not join U.S.-led coalition against Islamic State: RIA.
US offers $5 million reward to stop ISIS from plundering antiquities.
US judge clears Saudi Arabia in 9/11 lawsuit.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Google and Microsoft agree to lawsuit truce.
Global economy ooses steam as Chinese, European factories falter.
IMF head warns of weaker global growth.
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