Syria and Russia end Moscow's base footprint on the Mediterranean coast
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Syria and Russia reached an agreement to end Moscow's military use of two strategic Mediterranean bases, with Damascus taking control of the Hmeimim air base and the Tartus port’s commercial berth. The remaining facilities will be converted into joint training centers, signaling a reorganization of Russia's presence on Syria's coast and a new phase in Syrian-Russian relations.
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- Syria, Russia agree to end military use of key Mediterranean bases France 24
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- Syria Agrees to Reorganized Russian Military Presence The New York Times
- Syria says it reached deal with Moscow on future of Russian bases Al Jazeera
- Syria and Russia reach deal on future of Tartous and Hmeimim bases after 18 months of talks Reuters
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