Russia's Military Influence in Syria Faces New Challenges Amid Regional Shifts
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The potential fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria poses a significant strategic setback for Russian President Vladimir Putin, threatening Russia's naval and air bases in the region. These bases are crucial for Moscow's military operations and global influence, but their value is diminishing as Russia's focus shifts to its invasion of Ukraine.
- Putin’s Syria Setback Threatens Key Russian Military Bases Bloomberg
- How Assad's Fall Threatens Russia's Military Influence In Syria -- And Across The Region Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
- Moscow reaches out to new Syrian leadership in move to secure bases The Guardian
- Retreat of Syrian Forces Threatens ‘Saigon Moment’ for Russia The Wall Street Journal
- Bogged Down in Ukraine, Russia Pays a Price in Syria The New York Times
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