Putin: Moscow does not plan to withdraw its forces from Syria

ARK News… The Russian President confirmed that his country does not plan to withdraw its forces from Syria, and the positions of Russian forces in Syria are military points, not bases, and Moscow is loyal to its international obligations.

During the annual press conference held by the Russian President to present the results of the year 2023, in which he answers questions from journalists and Russian citizens about local and global situations, Vladimir Putin said: “His country’s forces will not withdraw from Syria, and Russian forces are there to guarantee Russia’s interests in this vital region of Syria.” the world".

According to Russian official media, Putin confirmed that Russia does not plan to withdraw its forces from Syria, and the locations of Russian forces’ deployment in Syria are called “points” and not “bases,” and Moscow is faithful to its international obligations.

The Russian President added: “As long as the presence of these military units is beneficial to Moscow, they will remain there in Syria. Moscow is not building long-term structures in Syria, and it can withdraw all of its military personnel from Syria quickly enough and without any material losses, if necessary.”

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