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What did the Syrian president do in Moscow?

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The Syrian president visited Moscow to meet with President Putin, aiming to redefine Syria-Russia relations, discuss military cooperation, review old agreements, and request Assad's extradition. Both countries focused on pragmatic ties, military bases, and lifting UN sanctions.

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Syria seeks to ‘redefine’ Russia ties, al-Sharaa tells Putin in Moscow

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  • Syria's new government is seeking to redefine its relationship with Russia.
  • Despite leadership change, Syria remains economically and militarily linked to Russia. 58s
  • The status of former president Bashar al-Assad, now in Moscow, is a key issue, with Syria requesting his extradition. 1m 26s
  • Syria is also seeking Russian support to avoid vetoes on efforts to lift UN sanctions. 1m 36s
  • The renewed engagement has sparked mixed feelings among Syrians due to Russia's past military actions in the country. 1m 47s
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Syria seeks to ‘redefine’ Russia ties, al-Sharaa tells Putin in Moscow
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Al Jazeera
5 hours ago
Syria seeks to ‘redefine’ Russia ties, al-Sharaa tells Putin in Moscow

Syrian officials emphasized reconnecting with international powers, including Russia, and discussed military, economic ties, and the extradition of Bashar al-Assad.

Syria seeks to ‘redefine’ Russia ties, al-Sharaa tells Putin in Moscow
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Al Jazeera
5 hours ago
Syria seeks to ‘redefine’ Russia ties, al-Sharaa tells Putin in Moscow

Syria sought Russian support in lifting UN sanctions and aimed for pragmatic cooperation during the Moscow meeting.

Syrian president visits Russia for first time since power change
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France 24
18 hours ago
Syrian president visits Russia for first time since power change

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharar met with President Putin in Moscow to discuss reviewing previous agreements, maintaining Russia's military presence in Syria, and Syria's request for Assad's extradition.

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