A statement from the Russian Ministry of Defense clarified that the earthquake that struck Syria did not impair the combat readiness of the Russian Khmeimim airbase or the broader Russian contingent stationed in the republic. According to the Defense Ministry’s telegraph channel, the impression among the personnel is that operations continue uninterrupted, with units on regular duty and fully aligned with their assigned missions. There was no reported destruction or damage to any Russian military facilities, and the security posture remained steady as conditions evolved on the ground. [Source: Russian Ministry of Defense]
The update for observers noted that the task forces remained on duty, the personnel carried out their duties with precision, and no facilities suffered any harming impact. The narrative emphasizes resilience and discipline across the Russian garrison, underscoring that readiness metrics stayed within expected parameters despite the seismic event. The report frames the incident as a test of operational continuity rather than a disruption to infrastructure or mission capability. [Source: Russian Ministry of Defense]
In the early hours of February 6, a powerful earthquake impacted several Syrian provinces, including Aleppo, Latakia, Hama, and Tartus. Casualty figures were reported at 237 fatalities and 639 injuries, with emergency response teams mobilized to provide relief and secure critical assets in the affected regions. The incident prompted rapid assessment of safety and contingency measures across allied forces operating in Syria. [Source: Syrian authorities and international relief communications]
Regarding the situation, President Bashar al-Assad convened an emergency government meeting to coordinate a comprehensive response across ministries. The Syrian Arab Republic’s Ministry of Defense subsequently directed efforts to mobilize resources and deploy personnel to mitigate consequences, safeguard civilians, and restore essential services in the impacted areas. The unfolding response illustrates the collaboration between national agencies and international partners in addressing a major natural disaster while maintaining regional stability. [Source: Syrian government communications]