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Russia Says ‘Part’ of Its Diplomatic Personnel in Syria Evacuated by Plane
The flight also carried members from the diplomatic missions of Belarus, North Korea and Abkhazia.
Dec. 16, 2024
Putin
OPINION: How to Lose a War and a Country in 3 Steps: Get Russia on Your Side
But while Assad left Syria, Russia stood by, plundering what it needed: military bases in the Mediterranean and access to the remaining natural resources.
Dec. 16, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘Syrian Stability Can Be a Foundation for Ukraine in Moving Toward Real Peace’ – Ukraine at War Update for Dec. 16
Zelensky says “Grain from Ukraine” for Syria ensures global food security; Russia wants to keep some bases in Syria; Russian assault in Siversk shows Kremlin forces adapting to Ukrainian tactics.
Dec. 16, 2024
Russia
Two Russian Oil Tankers Sink in Kerch Strait, One Sailor Dead, Others Missing
The tankers, identified as Volgoneft 212 and Volgoneft 239, were battered by a strong storm, with one reportedly breaking in half.
Dec. 15, 2024
Russia
Russia Scales Back in Syria, But Retains Key Bases: Reports
Despite the withdrawal from certain positions, Russia has maintained communication channels with both the new Syrian authorities and rebel forces.
Dec. 15, 2024
Russia
Russia Battles Blaze After Ukraine Claims Strike on Oil Terminal
Ukraine has been targeting fuel depots in Russia in retaliation for Moscow’s bombardments that have wreaked massive damage on its power generation network.
Dec. 15, 2024
Putin
OPINION: Syria Shows That Putin Is in Deep, Worldwide Trouble
Assad’s fall, Russia’s humiliation, and the rise of a nominally Islamist power in Syria may have opened a Pandora’s box. The coming months could bring any number of unexpected scenarios.
Dec. 15, 2024
Russia
HUR’s Krasnodar Raid: Russian Su-30 Fighter Torched, Locomotives Disabled
Ukrainian intelligence reports that a Russian Su-30 fighter jet was destroyed at its airfield.
Dec. 14, 2024
‘How Are We Supposed to Live Now?’: Russians React to Massive Moscow Drone Attack
Russians responded to a massive Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow with a mix of panic, frustration, dark humor and calls for retaliation.
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