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A source in the Russian Air Force Base in Cyprus
A source in the Air Force of Russia reported that the military base of Paphos in Cyprus can be used to protect the skies of Syria and the Middle East airspace control at all. "It is absolutely clear that in addition to the aircraft, Moscow will place on the basis of radar detection means that will cover part of the region, including Israel, Lebanon, Syria and part of Turkey," - said a senior officer of the Russian Air Force.
"Before the Syrian coast there are only 300 km", - he added.
In addition, the officer said that if Russia will supply to this airbase modern fighter aircraft, their combat radius will suffice to Jordan and Egypt, which will greatly reduce the ardor of local monarchs and presidents.
"Baghdad will feel more confident," - he concluded.
Telegrafist notes that Iraq has become a newly purchased Russian arms, and therefore the support of Russia, he may soon need no less than Syria.
Military Air Force Base in Cyprus will be able to facilitate the duty of the Russian Navy in the Mediterranean Sea, in addition, after the destruction of the militants in Syria, Tartus could be not just a point of logistical support, and a full naval base of Russia.
Consolidate and sea and in the air Russia finally return to the region and "do what I want" Washington will not be able not only in the Middle East, but also in southern Europe.
Recall that recently the Russian and Cypriot leadership voiced that Cyprus will give Russian air base in Paphos. telegrafist.org/2013/06/25/67377/
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"Before the Syrian coast there are only 300 km", - he added.
In addition, the officer said that if Russia will supply to this airbase modern fighter aircraft, their combat radius will suffice to Jordan and Egypt, which will greatly reduce the ardor of local monarchs and presidents.
"Baghdad will feel more confident," - he concluded.
Telegrafist notes that Iraq has become a newly purchased Russian arms, and therefore the support of Russia, he may soon need no less than Syria.
Military Air Force Base in Cyprus will be able to facilitate the duty of the Russian Navy in the Mediterranean Sea, in addition, after the destruction of the militants in Syria, Tartus could be not just a point of logistical support, and a full naval base of Russia.
Consolidate and sea and in the air Russia finally return to the region and "do what I want" Washington will not be able not only in the Middle East, but also in southern Europe.
Recall that recently the Russian and Cypriot leadership voiced that Cyprus will give Russian air base in Paphos. telegrafist.org/2013/06/25/67377/
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