Putin Talks with Syrian President on Bilateral Ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.

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Putin held a phone call with Syrian President Ahmed al-Shараа.
The leaders discussed the current state and prospects of Russian-Syrian relations.
Both sides expressed willingness to deepen political dialogue and cooperation in economic, humanitarian, and other areas.
Putin reaffirmed Russia's support for Syria's unity, territorial integrity, and sovereignty.
The leaders emphasized the importance of creating conditions for long-term normalization and post-conflict recovery in Syria.
A memorandum of understanding on the reorganization of Russian military facilities in Syria was signed on 9 August.
The memorandum concerns the transformation of the Khmeimim airbase and the Tartus naval facility into joint training centers.
Both sides agreed to continue contacts at various levels.
The call took place on 26 August.

The memorandum specifically addresses the reorganization of the Khmeimim airbase and Tartus logistics base. — kommersant
The previous meeting between Putin and al-Sharaa occurred in the Kremlin on 29 January, during which Putin commented on Syria's territorial integration progress and mentioned a large interdepartmental Russian delegation visiting Syria. — vedomosti
Al-Sharaa reported 12 reciprocal visits by delegations from Russia and Syria since he took office and praised Russia's role in regional stability. — vedomosti
Putin mentioned planned joint projects in industry, construction, medicine, and sports following the previous visit. — vedomosti