President Putin's silence on Syria amidst the ongoing military challenges reflects the Kremlin's prioritization of the Ukraine war and the fallout from al-Assad's political collapse.
Military analyst Anton Mardasov notes that discussing al-Assad's fall is politically sensitive for Russia, stating, "It's better not to say anything" given the current instability.
One year ago, Russian officials were confident in their military presence, as Defense Minister Shoigu claimed, "Russian groups of forces remain the backbone and main guarantee of peace in Syria."
The withdrawal of Russian peacekeeping forces from Nagorno-Karabakh symbolizes Russia's diminished influence in the Caucasus, highlighting the shifting geopolitical landscape.
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