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New Syrian leader wants close ties with Russia
Speaking of Moscow’s military bases in the country, Ahmed al-Sharaa has said Damascus has “strategic interests” with one of the world powers
Dec 29, 2024 15:53
Lavrov comments on Russian military presence in post-revolt Syria
Talks with Damascus’ new leadership could address future operation of and terms covering Russian military bases, the foreign minister has said
Dec 29, 2024 04:16
Russian military shoots down drone approaching Khmeimim Air Base from Med Sea
An unidentified drone has been intercepted near Russian Khmeimim airbase in Syria. The UAV approached the compound from the Mediterranean Sea and was shot down by the base’s anti-air defenses.
Feb 3, 2020 19:09
Khmeimim 2.0: Large-scale renovation at Russia’s airbase in Syria protects jets & allows deployment of even MORE (PHOTOS)
The Russian airbase in Syria has been boosted with hangars to shelter planes from drone attacks and a centralized fuel system, the Defense Ministry said. The upgrade will also allow for additional aircraft at the strategic base.
Sep 27, 2019 01:05
Russian defenses intercept drone attack on Khmeimim Air Base in Syria
Sounds of explosions rocked an area in Syria’s Latakia province, where Russia’s Khmeimim Air Base is located. The base’s air defenses fended off a new suicide drone attack on the base, launched by jihadists from nearby Idlib.
Sep 3, 2019 19:02
Drone attack repelled by Russia’s Khmeimim Air Base in Syria – MoD
Six suicide drones launched at the Russian Khmeimim Air Base on Sunday have been shot down, the Russian Defense Ministry said. The air defenses destroyed the UAVs at a “safe distance,” and no damage was caused to the base.
Aug 11, 2019 18:08
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