Kremlin Launches Modernization Of Tartus Naval Base In Syria

The upgrading of the Russian navy's logistics base in Tartus, Syria, is going as planned, according to an unnamed source cited by Interfax-AVN (Russia).

The modernization of the Tartus base is proceeding with all necessary equipment and materials being delivered on time, without delays, said the source.

Plans call for Russian personnel to broaden and deepen the navigation channel in the port, install two new piers for ships displacing more than 10,000 metric tons and...