Photos published by Maxar show at least two Russian AN-124 planes belonging to the largest transport aircraft in the world, at the Humayim Air Base in the coastal province of Latakia in Syria.
– There are two AN-124 heavy transport aircraft at the airport – both with raised nose cones and prepared for loading equipment – Maxar commented.
– A Ka-52 attack helicopter is being dismantled nearby and probably is being prepared for transport. Elements of the S-400 air defense unit are similar they are preparing to leave its previous location at the air base, added the American company.
Russia may act in consultation with the new government
In turn, the British news channel Channel 4 reported that a convoy was seen above 150 Russian vehicles military personnel moving along the road in an orderly formation. According to the station, Russian apparently an agreement was concluded with the new authorities Syria, which allows Russians to leave the country safely.
Ministry of Defense Russia did not comment these reports.
On Sunday, Syrian rebels overthrew the regime government of Bashar al-Assad, which had been maintained in recent years largely thanks to Russia's help. Russia invested in dictatorship huge moneyand its bases in Syria allowed it to expand Russian influence in other countries Asia and Africa.