Russia warns of ‘mutual destruction’ in Syria

With 70,000 dead in the stagnant two-year conflict, Russia’s prediction of “mutual destruction” seems spot-on. Gains and losses for the rebels and the government appear to change with the tide, couple that with an exploding refugee crisis in neighboring countries and you can see why rebel leaders who refused to negotiate with Russia due to its steadfast support for the government have now agreed to come to the table.