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Impact on Russian policy in Syria and Iran
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One of Bogdanov's main achievements was his role in supporting the Syrian regime of Bashar al-Assad and strengthening ties with Iran. These two directions will likely remain priorities for Russia, but in his absence, the methods of pursuing policies in these countries may be reassessed. On a practical level, this could mean a shift in cooperation formats, the development of new diplomatic channels, or a reevaluation of military or economic engagement strategies.
Succession issues
A key factor will be how Russia chooses to fill the vacuum left by Bogdanov. He occupied a unique position within the Russian diplomatic apparatus, and his departure is likely to lead to internal changes. His successor will probably be tasked with maintaining the course but may introduce new approaches and priorities in Russia’s strategy for the Middle East. This could impact both Russia’s external image in the region and the efficiency of its diplomatic decision-making processes.
Future of Russian diplomacy
in Middle East
The future of Russian diplomacy in the Middle East will depend on how Russia adapts its strategy to new realities. Russia will continue to seek to strengthen its role against growing competition from the United States, China, and regional powers such as Turkey and Saudi Arabia. It will be important for the new direction to not only preserve the successes already achieved but also remain flexible in responding to changes in the political situations of countries in the region, such as Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen, and, of course, Syria.
It is possible that in the coming years, Russia will become more actively involved in diplomatic efforts to resolve regional conflicts, as the void left by Bogdanov may require new approaches and fresh leadership in Russian diplomacy.