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US Allies See Mideast Strategy Vacuum That Putin Can Fill

Associated Press

   PARIS - He was the leader on the world stage, visiting troops stationed
   in a far-flung war zone for the holidays, shoring up alliances and
   economic deals in the Mideast, requesting a meeting with the German
   chancellor in his capital, portraying himself and his country as
   reliable partners in an increasingly uncertain world.

   Russian President Vladimir Putin has had a busy week, stepping into the
   aftermath of the American drone strike that killed Iranian Gen. Qassem
   Soleimani. Putin's visit Tuesday to Syria was emblematic of a reality
   that has been playing out in recent months: The U.S. strategic position
   in the Middle East is a mystery to many of its allies, and Russia is
   more than ready to fill any vacuum.
   

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