Putin will take stock of stakes in Syria

moscow - President Vladimir Putin on Thursday thanked Russian soldiers for their efforts in Syria. He said that the Russian intervention has strengthened the position of the Syrian army and created conditions in which peace negotiations can take place.

Putin said that the partial withdrawal of Russian forces from Syria has been decided in consultation with the government of President Bashar al-Assad. Russia continues to maintain compliance with the cease-fire in Syria in the eye, but also continue the fight against terrorists,, '.

Putin also warned that Russia has demonstrated that its military presence in Syria can increase within a few hours. Russia late in Syria S-400 antiaircraft missile system behind to be used against anyone who threatens the Russian troops, he said.