Damascus: If our interests are preserved, Russian activity in its bases is permitted

According to RCO News Agency, Syrian Defense Minister Maraf Abu Ghassas said it was ready to allow Russia to use military bases on the Mediterranean coast, but only if an agreement is reached to protect the interests of Syria.

The media had earlier reported that new Syrian officials had canceled an agreement that had transferred control of the port of Tartus to Russia. However, Syrian officials have explained that they currently have no plans to cancel the agreements about the presence of Russian troops in Latakia and Tartus.

“If the deal would benefit Syria, yes, yes,” said the Syrian Defense Minister, who made the remarks in an interview with the Washington Post newspaper. »

Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesman Dimitri Peskov emphasized that Russia would continue its talks with the new Syrian leadership on all issues, including agreements on the Russian naval base in Tartus.

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