Russia's Putin meets Syrian FM in Moscow, Sharaa invited to Russia-Arab summit

Lavrov thanked Syrian authorities for ensuring the security of two Russian bases in the country, where Moscow continues to maintain a presence, as well as backing the removal of sanctions on Syria.

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani attends a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Moscow, Russia, July 31, 2025.

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani attends a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Moscow, Russia, July 31, 2025.

(photo credit: REUTERS/SHAMIL ZHUMATOV)

ByREUTERS

JULY 31, 2025 18:59