Syrian President's Key Moscow Visit: High-Stakes Talks Amidst Regional Turmoil

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa will visit Moscow to discuss the presence of Russian military bases and request the extradition of former President Bashar al-Assad. Despite the postponed Arab summit, Sharaa's visit underscores ongoing geopolitical dynamics as Russia seeks to maintain its influence with Syria's new government.

Amid postponed Arab summit plans, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa will visit Moscow on Wednesday, as confirmed by pro-government sources and insiders.

Key discussions will focus on the status of Russia's military presence at Tartous and Hmeimim bases, alongside a formal request for Bashar al-Assad's extradition to face trial.

Since replacing Assad, al-Sharaa, who once led al-Qaeda factions, has steered Syria's new regime, with Moscow keen on sustaining its rapport, offering diplomatic backing amidst Israeli strikes.

(With inputs from agencies.)