Russian troops gear up for strategic exit from Syria
Russian soldiers are likely preparing to evacuate their military bases in Syria, according to satellite data from Maxar Technologies.
The American company Maxar Technologies, which specializes in satellite imagery, has provided evidence that Russian soldiers may be preparing to leave Syria. Satellite images show two Russian AN-124 aircraft at the Khmeimim airbase in Syria, with open nose cones, suggesting preparations for loading equipment.
Preparations for withdrawal
Maxar reported that an attack helicopter, the Ka-52, is being dismantled nearby, likely being prepared for transport. Similarly, components of the S-400 air defense unit are ready to leave the base.
At the same time, the British Channel 4 reports on a convoy of over 150 Russian military vehicles that passed through areas occupied by rebels without any obstacles. This may indicate an agreement between the Kremlin and the new authorities in Syria, allowing the Russians to peacefully leave the country.
Political changes in Syria
The Russian Ministry of Defense has not commented on these reports. On Sunday, Syrian rebels overthrew the government of Bashar al-Assad, which had been sustained for years with Russian support. Russia had invested significant resources in Syria, and its bases were crucial for influence in the region.
The rebellion in Syria, led by the organization Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, is conducting rapid offensive actions against Bashar al-Assad's government, capturing strategic cities such as Aleppo and Hama.
