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Syria and Russia agree to joint control of Hmeimim and Tartus bases

Aug 09, 2026 12:13 PM CT Tartus, Syria syria,russia,military bases,diplomacy,proxy warfare context

Summary

Syria and Russia have reached an agreement to designate the Hmeimim air base and Tartus naval base as joint training centers, signaling a shift in the operational status of Russian military assets in Syria. While this does not directly involve Iran or Israel, it alters the strategic landscape of the Syrian theater, which serves as a critical corridor for Iranian proxy operations and a focal point for Israeli military activity.

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Damascus says Hmeimim air base and Tartus naval base will become 'joint training' centers, heralding 'new phase' in ties between new Syrian regime and former Assad-backer, Moscow The post In deal with Russia, Syria to regain control of 2 key Mediterranean bases appeared first on The Times of Isra...

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Russia NEUTRAL

Agreed to joint training center status for Hmeimim and Tartus bases with Syria.

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