According to Reuters, citing images taken on December 13, at least two Antonov An-124s, one of the world’s largest transport aircraft, with their noses open at Hmeimim air base in the coastal province of Latakia. (Syria).
Satellite images show Russian aircraft, helicopters and military equipment at Khmeimim air base (Syria) on December 9, 2024
“Two An-124 heavy transport aircraft are at the airport, both with their noses raised and preparing to load equipment or cargo. Nearby, a Ka-52 attack helicopter is being dismantled and can prepare for transportation while elements of the S-400 air defense unit are also preparing to leave the previous deployment location at the air base,” Maxar said.
As for Russia’s naval base at Tartous, Russia’s only repair and supply center in the Mediterranean, Maxar said: “Virtually unchanged since the December 10 photo shoot with the two destroyers remaining observed off Tartous”.
Satellite image shows the Russian naval base in Tartus (Syria) on December 5, 2024
Channel 4 (UK) reported that they saw a convoy of more than 150 Russian military vehicles moving along a road. According to Channel 4, Russian troops are moving in order and there appears to be an agreement signed to allow Moscow to withdraw from Syria in an organized manner.
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The Russian side has not commented on the new information above. Russia, which has been an ally of President Assad’s government for decades, is said to be trying to reach an agreement with the Syrian opposition to ensure the safety of bases. The Kremlin said its focus since the fall of President Assad’s government has been on ensuring the security of military bases and diplomatic missions in Syria.
