Because of its ties to the Assad regime the challenges that Moscow faces in Syria after its downfall will be especially difficult . Russia has sent two planes so that about half of its citizens who want to can leave Syria . The Russian government has denied that this is an act . These actions are not the first indication that Moscow expects the Assad regime may fall , says Katz .
Russia has sent two planes so that about half of its citizens who want to can leave Syria . The Russian government has denied that this is an act . These actions are not the first indication that Moscow expects the Assad regime may fall , says Katz .