**Russia Moves Military Equipment to Bases in Syria**
Russia is concentrating its military equipment at two bases in Syria, according to satellite images. This comes after the collapse of the regime led by Bashar al-Assad on December 8.
The collapse of Assad’s regime was a major setback for Russia. For over 10 years, Russia had supported Assad’s government in exchange for access to key ports and airbases. The future of Russia’s military bases in Syria is now uncertain.
**Equipment Being Moved Out**
Satellite images show that Russia is gathering equipment at its naval base in Tartus, Syria. This includes trucks and other vehicles concentrated at the dock, but no ships are present to transport them out.
Naval researcher H I Sutton expects a major withdrawal of Russian equipment from Tartus. He notes that some Russian vessels have left Syrian waters, while others remain nearby.
**Russia’s Airbase in Latakia**
At Russia’s airbase in Latakia, Syria, military observer Preston Stewart shared satellite images showing equipment being concentrated near an Il-76 military transport aircraft. This suggests that Russia may be preparing to withdraw its forces from the base.
**Syria’s Stance on Russian Forces**
The new transitional government in Syria has yet to decide whether to expel Russian forces from the country. Spokesman Obeida Arnaout told AP that Russia should “reconsider its presence” in Syria, but did not rule out the possibility of Russian forces remaining.
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