Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani rejected claims that Turkey planned to establish a military base at Abu al-Duhur. He said the site is being restored for use by the Syrian Air Force, disputing the Turkish allegation amid rising regional tension.
WHO:Asaad al-Shaibani
WHAT:Rejects claims that Turkey intends to establish a military base at Abu al-Duhur and says the site is being restored for Syrian Air Force use
WHEN:Reported Aug 24, 2026 at 9:22 AM ET
WHERE:Syria
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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