Russia announced that the possible restructuring of the operation of its military facilities in Syria has been discussed in contacts with Damascus.
Speaking to journalists in Moscow, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mariya Zakharova said that Russia’s military presence in Syria is on the agenda of contacts between the two countries. Zakharova noted that this topic is being considered in the context of a "possible restructuring of the functionality of military facilities."
Zakharova stated that this issue primarily falls under the jurisdiction of security agencies and that the process is being evaluated by the Ministry of Defense.
The spokesperson also noted that bilateral cooperation between Russia and Syria is developing "very actively." According to Zakharova, state institutions and business circles of the two countries are involved in efforts to expand relations.
Russia has two main military facilities in Syria. One is the naval logistics base in Tartus, and the other is the Hmeymim airbase located in the northwestern Latakia province.
These bases are considered key elements of Moscow’s military presence in Syria. The statement revealed that possible changes to Russia’s military arrangements in the region are being discussed as part of ongoing contacts with Damascus.