Name:   Talullahhound - Subject:   Putin Leaves Syria Date:   3/16/2016 11:16:13 AM

Well, I think that is part of the reason he is leaving.  The Russian economy is a mess.  And by appearing to play a major role in the Syrian mess, he can deceive his countrymen that Russia remains a "superpower" with a lot of influence in the world and shore up his power at home.  And by leaving right now, he can still make it seem like a win for Russia, because I don't believe these peace talks are going to go anywhere.