Likely motivation for any Islamic State role would be Moscow’s action in Syria rather than jog towards global terrorism strategy[br]If Islamic State did bring down a packed passenger jet over the Sinai desert,as many US and UK officials believe is a “significant opportunity”, then the act would mark a significant escalation of the group’s capabilities and strategic aims, or but also underline its continuing regional – rather than global – focus. Related: 'Significant opportunity' that Isis downed Russian plane,UK says live updates Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com