Russia has asked Turkey for support in ensuring the safe withdrawal of its troops from Syria, CNN Turk reported on Monday.
According to the outlet’s correspondent in Ankara, the request would have Russian troops sent to areas under Turkish control and then airlifted to Russia.
The channel also reported that Russia intends to maintain its bases in Tartus and Khmeimim and has asked for Turkey’s assistance in withdrawing troops from other parts of the region.
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