Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by telephone Wednesday with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, according to an announcement from the Kremlin. The two leaders discussed "opportunities for cooperation between the two countries," the statement said.
The Kremlin further reported that Putin and al-Sharaa addressed "the situation in the country," with the Russian president reiterating his "principled position and support for the unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty of Syria."
Additional details are expected shortly.
