Vladimir Putin and Bashar Al-Assad

ally: It would also hurt the West by diminishing the EU vitality as an export market; fracturing its diplomatic and military prowess; and diminishing its power as an ally in the fight against terrorism, according to Toronto Star. That Vladimir Putin, thief of Crimea and Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad only friend in the world, is the sole leader encouraging a Brexit should tell Britons all they need know about the folly of quitting a 43-year mutually beneficial association with their EU allies. An EU without Britain would weaken both. Some elaboration is necessary, though, since British and notably English distrust of the Continent is deeply entrenched. Much if not most of the pro-exit argument is delusional. And the outcome of the referendum is too close to call. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.