Syrian leader meets Putin in Moscow with Russian military bases on agenda
Syrian interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Wednesday, marking his second visit in four months. Putin expressed Russia's willingness to assist in rebuilding Syria's war-torn economy.
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Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed talks would focus on “the presence of our soldiers in Syria”.
The Kremlin spokesman Dmitri S. Peskov told reporters that Mr. Putin would welcome Mr. al-Sharaa for negotiations.
Mr. al-Sharaa has said that Mr. al-Assad must be brought to justice.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is meeting Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
Russia seeks to secure a military presence in Syria following the toppling of former Kremlin ally Bashar al-Assad in 2024.
President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia was set to welcome President Ahmed al-Sharaa of Syria in Moscow.
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