Russia: Iranian forces withdrew from demarcation line in Golan Heights
The Iranian forces in Syria withdrew from the demarcation line with Israel in the Golan Heights by about 85 km, said the Special Envoy of the Russian President to Syria, Alexander Lavrentiev in an interview with TASS.
"The Iranians have moved away, and the Shia formations are not there too. Maybe there are some advisers in the Syrian army, but heavy equipment and weapons that could pose a threat to Israel, they have been moved 85 km from the separation line with Israel, " Lavrentiev said.
"Iran is on the territory of Syria legitimately. But we discussed with the Iranians whether there is a need for their military presence near the Israeli border," Lavrentiev said. “They frankly said that there is no need. Well, if so, why should you be there? Please move your forces away. You have enough work fighting ISIS near Deir ez-Zor and Abu-Kamal. “ added Lavrentiev.