Syria and the Russian Navy
Once again it's Friday and we are ready for the end of week news. The big news out of Russia this week has been the sale of attack helicopters to Syria, with the US condemning the sale and Russia defending it. So how does this effect the Russian Navy? The Russian Navy maintains a port complex in the Syrian city of Tartus. This base is very important from a prestige and logistical point of view. If the current Syrian regime were to fall, Russia is very worried about losing its influence.
Other News:
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| Yuri Dolgorukiy surfacing during sea trials. |
The Yuri Dolgorukiy put to sea to finish sea trials. The article is in Russian.
| Yekaterinburg on fire while in drydock |
It will take up to two years to repair the ballistic missile submarine Yekaterinburg, which was damaged in a fire in December. Again the article is in Russian.
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