According to information published by Reuters on December 10, 2024, satellite imagery captured by Planet Labs on December 9 reveals a significant shift in Russia’s naval activity in the Mediterranean, with key vessels from Moscow’s fleet seen anchored approximately 13 kilometers northwest of Tartous, Syria. This repositioning follows the overthrow of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. This repositioning follows the overthrow of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
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Russian Navy ships anchor off the Syrian coast as satellite imagery captures their repositioning amid the fall of the Assad regime and mounting regional uncertainty.. (Picture source: Russian MoD)
