Russia: If Syria asks us to send troops, we'll consider it

Russia would consider sending troops to fight in Syria if Damascus asked for them, a spokesman for President Vladimir Putin said Friday. Dmitry Peskov spoke in response to comments by Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Moallem, who denied reports that Russian combat troops were fighting with Syrian troops, but said Syria would ask for Russia’s help if needed. If such a request is made, it will be “discussed and considered,” Peskov said.