Russia Withdraws Forces From Syria After Assad's Ouster | Strategic Blow to Moscow | Russia | N18G

Russia faces a significant setback as President Bashar al-Assad’s ouster forces Moscow to withdraw from Syria. Key developments include the loss of the Tartous naval base—Russia’s vital repair and resupply hub in the Mediterranean—and the evacuation of senior Syrian military officers. Heavy equipment and cargo planes have been moved from Latakia, marking an orderly yet strategic retreat.With Russia sacrificing integral military bases in Syria, questions arise about Moscow's diminished global military presence. This withdrawal underscores a shifting balance of power in the Middle East. What lies ahead for Russia’s influence in the region? Source: ReutersShow more