British intelligence points to new Kremlin failure in Syria
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Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:01:00 +0200
Russia has lost access to military bases in the Mediterranean SeaAs noted in the British intelligence summary, Russias continued presence and capabilities in the Eastern Mediterranean remain in question.After losing control of Tartus, the Russian naval group in the region is now deprived of a key logistical base for maintenance and supply, and has no equivalent alternative in the region.
The future of Russian bases in Syria remains uncertain due to political instability in the country.
At the same time, Russia almost certainly seeks to maintain its military presence in the Mediterranean, the report says.
British intelligence notes that the Kremlin is likely to focus on logistical support for its military and private military companies PMCs in Africa, as well as on attempts to minimize reputational losses associated with the fall of the Assad regime.It remains unclear at this time whether Russia plans to redeploy its forces or equipment to potential alternative bases in North Africa.The British Ministry of Defense emphasizes that the Kremlins main focus remains on the war in Ukraine, which has likely limited its ability to support the Assad regime.
The Russian leadership almost certainly considers the Ukrainian conflict to be its top priority, which has reduced Moscows ability to maintain Assads rule in Syria, the British department concluded.
Syria is gradually severing ties with RussiaWhat is important to understand is that official Damascus made a new unexpected decision after restrictions were introduced on the entry of citizens from Iran and Israel, writes Turkiye Today .Journalists point out that this move increases tensions in the region, especially between Syria and these countries.
The impact of the decision on international trade should also not be ignored.
It is of great importance for neighboring countries and world trade, especially for Turkey, which has close trade relations with Syria, the publication says.
According to insiders, a decree by the Syrian Ministry of Finance, which was issued on December 17, prohibits the import into Syria of goods originating from the aforementioned countries.In addition, it is emphasized that the ban will apply to all land and sea border ports of the country.
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