Syria Says It Reached a Deal With Moscow on the Fate of Russian Bases

Syria says it has reached a deal with Moscow over the future of Russia’s military bases in the country, indicating the terms of the arrangement are now settled. Russian and Syrian officials had previously discussed “reformatting” the bases’ role and functionality rather than a simple exit or full continuation. The bases—key to Russia’s regional logistics—include the naval facility in Tartus and the air base at Hmeimim. The announcement suggests negotiations have moved from uncertainty toward implementation.