AL-HASAKAH (Pakistan Point News / Sputnik - 08th January, 2021) HASAKAH, January 8 (Sputnik) - Russian and Turkish troops have conducted a first joint patrol in Syria this year in the northeastern Al-Hasakah province, Sergey Zamay, a senior Russian military official, said on Friday, adding that no incidents have occurred during the patrol.
"Today, for the first time in 2021, a joint Russian-Turkish patrol was conducted. The patrol was preceded by thorough preparation of weapons and military equipment, personnel, and the work of a coordination center. Patrolling took place normally, without incidents," Zamay told reporters.
The joint patrol covered a 31-mile route, monitored five settlements and oil fields in the province.
In total, 80 Russian and Turkish servicemen took part in the patrol.