Official statement from the Russian government

Assad Leaves Damascus at Midnight for Hamimim Base, Possibly Heading to Moscow

Dec 8, 2024, 07:03 AM

An Israeli official has confirmed that Syrian President Bashar Assad left Damascus around midnight on December 8 and traveled to the Russian military base in Hamimim, Syria, with plans to continue to Moscow. A U.S. official corroborated this information, stating that they tracked Assad's departure and believe he is likely en route to Russia. However, it remains unclear whether Assad has left Syria entirely. The situation is being closely monitored, as officials from both nations assess the implications of Assad's movements.