Russian Naval Withdrawal from Syria Raises Questions About Moscow's Future Presence
Recent satellite imagery reveals that Russian naval vessels have temporarily departed from the Tartous naval base in Syria, raising questions about Russia's military presence in the region. The images, captured on December 10, show some ships positioned offshore in the Mediterranean, suggesting a possible reevaluation of Moscow's strategic goals in the country. While no clear indication exists regarding whether this movement represents a permanent withdrawal, analysts speculate that the ships' departure could be linked to a desire to protect them from potential attacks, such as strikes by Syrian rebels or Israeli operations.
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