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Shaaban: Russian Withdrawal a ‘Natural Development’ After Ceasefire Deal

Assad's top aide tells journalists that Russia's air force has fulfilled all its objectives inside Syria
Shaaban: Russian Withdrawal a ‘Natural Development’ After Ceasefire Deal

Bouthaina Shaaban, President Bashar al-Assad’s top adviser, said the Russian decision to reduce the contingent of Russian troops in Syria is a “natural development” following the cessation of hostilities agreement.

Speaking to the Russian RT channel, Shaaban said the Russian air force has fulfilled all the objectives agreed upon between Damascus and Moscow, welcoming the Russian-US coordination on stability in Syria and the region.

This article was edited by The Syrian Observer. Responsibility for the information and views set out in this article lies entirely with the author.

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