Russian paratroopers and special forces arrived in the Al-Sweida Governorate of southern Syria this week, following the American attack on a pro-government convoy near the Iraqi border-crossing, a military source reported last night.
The Russian military personnel will play the role of advising the Syrian government troops in southern Syria, while also assisting to deter any potential response from the U.S. and Jordanian forces that have carved a niche in the Al-Sweida and Homs governorates.
The Russian forces are aiming to build a base along the Al-Sweida Governorate’s border with Jordan; however, this could not be confirmed by YemenExtra, as it was stated by some media activists in southern Syria.
Rumors have also surfaced on the deployment of the 31st Brigade of the Russian special forces; they are allegedly meant to engage the hostile forces and support the government troops seize the Iraqi border-crossing.
