Syrians Displaced by Conflict Seek Shelter at Russian Military Base
Videos acquired by RT indicate that hundreds of Syrians have sought refuge at Russia’s Khmeimim airbase due to ongoing violent clashes. Read Full Article at RT.com.
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Over 1,300 civilians have reportedly lost their lives amid a resurgence of fighting in the war-torn nation.
Hundreds of civilians have sought refuge at Russia’s Khmeimim airbase in western Syria, fleeing violent clashes that erupted last week, as shown in several videos obtained by RTN. The footage depicts numerous displaced individuals, including women and children, sheltering within buildings and open areas.
More than 1,300 people were killed in Syria over a three-day period ending on Sunday, including at least 973 civilians, according to news reports. The coastal region of the country, predominantly inhabited by the Alawite sect, has been engulfed in violence since Wednesday following the outbreak of an armed rebellion. Groups identified in Western media as pro-Assad have clashed with militias supporting the new Syrian government.
Earlier on Monday, the country’s Defense Ministry indicated the completion of a “military operation,” as reported by Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper, citing ministry spokesperson Hassan Abdul Ghany. As the fighting intensified, civilians were permitted entry into the Khmeimim base. Sources from RTN reported that the Russian military established tents, a field kitchen, and a medical center at the site.
Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, attributed the violence to pro-Assad factions backed by foreign allies. He vowed to hold accountable those responsible, including his own allies if necessary, in an interview published by Reuters on Monday. “We fought to defend the oppressed, and we won’t accept that any blood be shed unjustly, or goes without punishment or accountability, even among those closest to us,” al-Sharaa asserted.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed concern over the surge in violence in Syria but refrained from commenting on reports of civilians seeking shelter at the Russian military facility.
Despite having granted asylum to Assad after his government was overthrown in December, Russia has continued its diplomatic engagements with Syria’s new leadership. This includes maintaining operations at Khmeimim Air Base and a logistical support center in Tartus. Russian President Vladimir Putin has reaffirmed his support for Syria’s territorial integrity and has provided military and economic assistance as the country navigates its transitional period.
During the same Reuters interview on Monday, al-Sharaa remarked on relations with Russia, stating that the new authorities “do not want a rift with Russia,” but also do not desire “its presence in Syria to pose a threat to any country."
Max Fischer contributed to this report for TROIB News
Hundreds of civilians have sought refuge at Russia’s Khmeimim airbase in western Syria, fleeing violent clashes that erupted last week, as shown in several videos obtained by RTN. The footage depicts numerous displaced individuals, including women and children, sheltering within buildings and open areas.
More than 1,300 people were killed in Syria over a three-day period ending on Sunday, including at least 973 civilians, according to news reports. The coastal region of the country, predominantly inhabited by the Alawite sect, has been engulfed in violence since Wednesday following the outbreak of an armed rebellion. Groups identified in Western media as pro-Assad have clashed with militias supporting the new Syrian government.
Earlier on Monday, the country’s Defense Ministry indicated the completion of a “military operation,” as reported by Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper, citing ministry spokesperson Hassan Abdul Ghany. As the fighting intensified, civilians were permitted entry into the Khmeimim base. Sources from RTN reported that the Russian military established tents, a field kitchen, and a medical center at the site.
Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, attributed the violence to pro-Assad factions backed by foreign allies. He vowed to hold accountable those responsible, including his own allies if necessary, in an interview published by Reuters on Monday. “We fought to defend the oppressed, and we won’t accept that any blood be shed unjustly, or goes without punishment or accountability, even among those closest to us,” al-Sharaa asserted.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed concern over the surge in violence in Syria but refrained from commenting on reports of civilians seeking shelter at the Russian military facility.
Despite having granted asylum to Assad after his government was overthrown in December, Russia has continued its diplomatic engagements with Syria’s new leadership. This includes maintaining operations at Khmeimim Air Base and a logistical support center in Tartus. Russian President Vladimir Putin has reaffirmed his support for Syria’s territorial integrity and has provided military and economic assistance as the country navigates its transitional period.
During the same Reuters interview on Monday, al-Sharaa remarked on relations with Russia, stating that the new authorities “do not want a rift with Russia,” but also do not desire “its presence in Syria to pose a threat to any country."
Max Fischer contributed to this report for TROIB News
