Russian defense minister visits Syria on military cooperation

By Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Published: February 16, 2022 | 7:42 AM GMT

Russia’s Defence Minister, Sergei Shoigu has visited Syria President Bashar al-Assad and to discussed such issues as Moscow’s military maneuvers in the Mediterranean.

According to the ministry, “Shoigu briefed Assad on the naval drills being conducted by the Russian military navy starting off the port of Syria’s coastal city of Tartous, where Russia maintains a military base.

“He also discussed with Assad military cooperation on Syrian soil in terms of the war on terror groups, affirming Russia’s continued support for the Syrian government in this regard.

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As to Western sanctions, Shoigu said Russia will continue to help the Syrian people to overcome the impacts of the sanctions and the unjust embargo imposed on the country.

Russia has deployed MiG-31K fighters, Kinzhal hypersonic missiles, and Tupolev Tu-22M long-range strategic bombers to its air base in Syria for maneuvers in the Mediterranean.

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Russian defense minister visits Syria on military cooperation

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About Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Tolulope Dolapo Thomas, BSc, is a Public Health Educator and Broadcast Journalist with extensive experience in radio and television. She specializes in Health Promotion, Sexual and Reproductive/Fertility Health, and Environmental Health. Certified in CPR and First Aid, Tolulope is passionate about empowering women through evidence-based public health education, fertility awareness, and community sensitization. She is currently pursuing an MSc in Public Health and is the founder of Everywoman Health by TD, a women-focused health platform dedicated to providing accurate, accessible, and trustworthy guidance for women at every stage of life.