Assad, Russia and Syria

Report alleges attempted poisoning of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in Russia
A controversial report claims that former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, who sought political asylum in Russia, was the target of a poisoning attempt, with his health now reportedly stabilizing.
Has Assad Been Poisoned in Russia? What We Know
A Russian Telegram channel has claimed that Bashar al Assad may have been poisoned, sparking online speculation about the fate of the Syrian dictator after he fled to Moscow following his downfall.
Bashar al-Assad poisoned in Russia? Syria's ousted president's test results show ‘exposure to poisonous substance’
Assad, removed from power by rebels, has been under the protection of Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow since December 8 last year.
Syrian ex-leader Assad survives poisoning in Moscow asylum
Deposed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was reportedly poisoned in his flat in Moscow. A Russian channel on Telegram conveyed this information. According to the media, former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad suddenly fell ill on Sunday in his Moscow flat.
Former Syrian President Bashar-Al-Assad Allegedly Poisoned In Moscow; Hospitalised, Claims Ex-Spy
Assad fled to Russia after a rebel alliance, led by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), captured Damascus following an 11-day offensive.
Bashar al-Assad Poisoned? Report Claims Ousted Syrian President Hospitalised In Moscow After Alleged Bid On Life
Assad, Syria's ousted leader, narrowly survived a poisoning attempt. Under Putin’s protection, Assad reportedly faced a life-threatening incident, leaving questions about his security. Watch.Bashar al-Assad Poisoned?

Ukraine prepares to restore diplomatic relations with Syria

Spike in Russian flights from Syria to Libyan desert base as Moscow eyes new Mediterranean hub
In the weeks since Bashar al-Assad was ousted as Syrian leader, Russia has launched multiple flights to an airbase in the ...
Zelensky to Boost Post-Assad Syria Relations Amid Russia Pullback
Ukraine is aiming to build up its security and trade relations in the Middle East and says Syria could be a "reliable partner." ...
Syria gradually gravitates Westward: Russia, Iran left to grapple with who's the biggest looser
After Assad's regime was toppled in Syria, Iran and Russia seem to have suffered the biggest setback. Moscow and Tehran see ...
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Middle East latest: Ukraine pledges support for a new Syria, once a key Russian ally
Ukraine is pledging support for the new authorities in Syria, which was once a key Russian ally in the Mideast.
Russia’s Abrupt Setback in Syria Creates Headaches for Putin
Losing Syrian military bases would hurt the Kremlin’s attempts to project power in the Middle East and Africa.
With S-400s Out, Russia’s Days Of Controlling Syria’s Airspace Are Over
The transfer marks the end of an era when Russia played an arguably oversized role in determining which countries could ...
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Ukraine Courts Syria With an Eye Toward Expelling Russia From Kremlin’s Only Mediterranean Redoubts
As Russia clings to its only bases in the Mediterranean — they’re on the coast of Syria — Ukraine is moving aggressively to ...
Opinion: Russia’s fight for Syria isn’t over
The pace of Russia’s reversal on HTS, which it has long designated a terrorist organization, has been swift. While Russian ...