He noted that while the Russian forces are still present in the Mediterranean and are even attempting to conduct exercises, ...

carry out airborne strikes or move troops around. Ukraine's special forces said Kyiv had "struck and destroyed" four Russian helicopters "behind enemy lines" in the Belgorod region using HIMARS.

Thousands shelter at air base amid sectarian violence Homes torched, looted, villages deserted and fear persists Russia seeks ties with new Syrian leadership Future of Russian bases is uncertain ...