Russia’s air force has targeted two militant sites in Syria, as reported by RIA state news agency. The strikes occurred outside the al-Tanf area, which is near a U.S. military base.
Details of the Strikes
Kabul 24: Captain Oleg Ignasyuk, deputy head of the Russian Reconciliation Center for Syria, confirmed that the militants had recently vacated the al-Tanf region, which borders Jordan. He stated, “Russian Aerospace Forces have struck two identified sites of militants who left the al-Tanf zone” during a briefing12.
Context of Military Operations
These airstrikes are part of Russia’s ongoing military campaign in Syria, aimed at combating various militant groups and supporting the Assad regime. The strikes reflect Russia’s strategic interests in the region, particularly against U.S.-backed forces34.