Russia has lost a naval base after Syria ended an investment contract with Moscow, asserting its authority over the Tartus port.

Not just a strategic agreement, they want to send a massage that together, the two can end-run pariah status in the West

The new authorities in Syria ended an agreement with the Russian company managing the key port of Tartous in the latest sign of Russia's waning influence in the country after the fall of the regime.

From Syria to Libya to Georgia, Putin's grip on his global empire is loosening. Thus far only Turkey and Israel benefit. Will the West rise to the occasion too?

Assad's regime, Russia lost a key all in the Middle East - but it still hopes to keeps its military bases in Syria.

Iran and Russia signed a 20-year strategic partnership treaty. It outlines significant economic and military cooperation.

Syria's interim rulers are trying to form a united national army after the fall of Bashar Assad late last year.

The US president Donald Trump threatens Vladimir Putin with taxes, tariffs and sanctions over Ukraine war. A threat from Donald Trump to Russia - make a deal over Ukraine or face even fiercer sanctions. But how much fiercer can they get? Syria tells the world it's open for investment after the end of the Assad regime.

An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link A top Iranian general has accused Russia of lying to Tehran by saying its jets were attacking Syrian rebels while they were instead bombing ...

The new Syrian authorities have banned the import of goods from Russia, Israel and Iran. This was announced on January 18 by the Turkish portal Turkiye Today.

Berlin says Moscow must respect Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and withdraw its troops from the country - Anadolu Ajansı

Russian President Vladimir Putin is hosting his Iranian counterpart President Masoud Pezeshkian for the signing of a broad partnership pact