Russia appears to be reinforcing its military presence in Syria, with a four-vessel convoy reportedly arriving at the strategic Tartous port on September 7. Satellite imagery cited by Reuters showed the Russian cargo vessel Sparta and replenishment oiler Akademik Pashin at the facility, suggesting renewed logistical activity. The move comes after Moscow and Damascus reached a new agreement on the future of Russia’s presence at Tartous and Hmeimim. While Syria is taking control of civilian operations, the deal does not necessarily end Russia’s military role. Could Putin be rebuilding Moscow’s strategic foothold in Syria and the wider Mediterranean amid rising tensions with NATO?
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