Russia loses 'key strategic ally' as ex president Bashir al Assad overthrown
He was speaking after it was confirmed Syria's ex President has been granted asylum in Russia - and the flag of the Syrian opposition was unfurled over the country's embassy there.
Monday 9 December 2024 23:15, UK
The rapid overthrow of Bashir al Assad surprised the world and Russia was no exception - the Kremlin's spokesman admitted today.