Assad, the Russian-backed dictator of Syria, has led to Russia needing to evacuate its military contingent from the country.

Syrian government spokespeople either said they could not confirm the reports, or did not respond to requests for comment.

Analysts say the return suggests that Moscow is preparing to evacuate one of its most valuable overseas bases.

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