Moscow: Russia said on Wednesday that the "possible restructuring" of its military facilities in Syria is being discussed. In remarks to journalists at a media briefing in Moscow, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that Russia's military presence in Syria is a topic of discussion in contacts with Damascus, including in the context of a 'possible restructuring of the functionality' of Russian military facilities.

According to Anadolu Agency, Zakharova highlighted that this matter falls under the purview of Russia's security apparatus, specifically the Ministry of Defense. She further mentioned that bilateral cooperation between Russia and Syria is developing 'very actively,' with government agencies and business circles from both countries involved in efforts to expand ties.

Russia maintains two key military facilities in Syria: a naval logistics base in Tartus and the Khmeimim air base in the northwestern province of Latakia.