The meeting in Moscow between President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia and President Ahmed al-Shara of Syria showcased the adaptability of two leaders once at odds.
President Ahmed al-Shara of Syria and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia in Moscow on Tuesday. Bashar al-Assad, the Syrian former dictator whom Mr. al-Shara overthrew, has taken refuge in Russia.
President Ahmed al-Shara is making his first trip to Moscow, which backed the regime his rebels overthrew. Both sides have reasons to put the past aside.
Russian military vehicles near Hmeimim, Syria, in August. Moscow still has an air base in the area, despite the overthrow last year of its ally Bashar al-Assad.
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