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Russia to reduce troops in Syria by end of year

The chief of the Russian military general staff, Valeriy Gerasimov, said the size of Russia’s military force in Syria is likely to be significantly reduced by the end of the year.The forces almost completed the military objectives.

Russian Troops in Syria

Source: AAP/RUSSIAN DEFENCE MINISTRY


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By Frand Jajo

Source: AFP




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