@sbsnews_au: Syria's interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has held his first in-person talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin since forces under his command ousted Russian ally Bashar al-Assad 10 months ago. During the meeting, Putin spoke of the "special relationship" between the countries. Al-Sharaa has said he will honour all past deals struck between his country and Moscow, suggesting he will continue to allow Russia access to its military bases in Syria. Read more @sbsnews_au (link in bio)