Iran building new crossing on Syria border that would let it smuggle weapons, oil, experts say
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(Worthy News) – New satellite images indicate Iran is building a border crossing at the Syrian-Iraqi border, which would open up a coveted land route from Iran to Lebanon, according to Western intelligence sources.
The images, obtained exclusively by Fox News and captured earlier this week, show a new construction in the Albukamal Al-Qaim crossing.
The area is under the control of Pro-Iranian Shiite militias. Last summer, Iran increased its presence in the area. [ Source: Fox News (Read More…) ]
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