Russia confirms Assad has resigned and left Syria

The Russian Foreign Ministry announced that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has resigned and left the country, following negotiations with various armed conflict participants. The ministry did not disclose Assad's current location or Russia's involvement in the talks. Moscow expressed concern over the situation in Syria and called for all parties to avoid violence and seek political solutions. Russia is maintaining contact with Syrian opposition groups. Additionally, Russia has placed its military bases in Syria on high alert, although it stated there is no immediate threat to them.