Anton Mardasov

Anton Mardasov is a military affairs expert and journalist focusing on Syria, Iraq and extremist organisations.

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Anton Mardasov is a military affairs expert and journalist focusing on Syria, Iraq and extremist organisations. He is also a non-resident expert at the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC).

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And what is Russia’s role in the clash between the Assad and Makhlouf clans?

Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Syrian counterpart Bashar al-Assad visit an Orthodox Christian cathedral in Damascus, Syria January 7, 2020. Sputnik/Alexei Druzhinin/Kremlin via REUTERS ATTENTION EDITORS - THIS IMAGE WAS PROVIDED BY A THIRD PARTY.

In the latest US-Iran escalation, Russia sees new opportunities to expand its influence in the Middle East.

Despite promises of a withdrawal, it appears the Kremlin has boosted its military presence on the front line in Syria.

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Has Russia grown tired of Syria’s Bashar al-Assad?

Soleimani’s killing strengthens Putin’s hand in Syria and Iraq

What are Russian special operations forces doing in Idlib?

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Has Russia grown tired of Syria’s Bashar al-Assad?

Soleimani’s killing strengthens Putin’s hand in Syria and Iraq

What are Russian special operations forces doing in Idlib?