Putin Speaks With Syrian Leader as Russia Seeks Bases Deal

Although this is a long way away from national dialogue where we’re hearing that more than 1,000 Syrians from all walks of life are expected to take part and try to chart out a future strategy for Syria,

Javaid said

The Russian side emphasised its principled position in support of the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Syrian state,

the Kremlin said in a statement

Vladimir Putin wished success to Ahmed al-Sharaa in solving the tasks facing the new leadership of the country for the benefit of the Syrian people,

the Kremlin said in a readout of the call

All Syria's arms are of Russian origin, and many power plants are managed by Russian experts... We do not want Russia to leave Syria in the way that some wish,

he said