Russian military intervention and aid to Syria #6

BKP wrote:In Russian media, the suspicion is openly discussed that the US green-lighted or even backed the Turkish attack on the SU-24. Maybe it is, in fact, the accepted version of the event for the Russians. For example, on the latest RT "Crosstalk," Mark Sleboda claimed to have been told by a source that American-piloted F-15s were in the air, ready to back the Turkish F-16s, in case there was an immediate Russian counterattack by the aerospace forces operating out of Latakia.

So, I'm wondering how this may effect Russian bombing missions where they either know or suspect that American special forces trainers are operating on the ground. There are many reports that say this is ongoing. And, obviously, the forces that the Americans will be training are going to be anti-Assad "rebels," aka jihadi terrorists.

So, the question is: In the past perhaps the RuAF would temporarily avoid bombing targets where American SF were thought to be operating. I'm not sure if that was the case, but supposing it was, would the Russians not give such consideration now, and simply bomb the jihadis along with their American CIA/SF trainers? What do you think?

KoTeMoRe wrote:

PapaDragon wrote:
Rumors of plans to rebase 100+  Russian planes to the Sha'aryat airfield Southeast of Homs.

http://sokol-ff.livejournal.com/1127264.html

If true this could be the biggest f***k you VKS has ever come up with, to paraphrase Eric Cartman.

100 aircraft sure, Planes, don't think so.

It simply doesn't make sense. Economy would point to about 60 planes and helicopters and for heavy carpeting you can fly them from Russia.

ult wrote:Su-34 with aa missiles.

Solncepek wrote:Over 100 Russian jet fighters and a new Brigade are expected in Syria once Sha’ayrat airport is in service

ult wrote:

JohninMK wrote:

Solncepek wrote:Over 100 Russian jet fighters and a new Brigade are expected in Syria once Sha’ayrat airport is in service

Why oh why do you still not provide a link so we can judge the quality of this data??????

https://elijahjm.wordpress.com/2015/11/30/over-100-russian-jet-fighters-and-a-new-brigade-are-expected-in-syria-once-shaayrat-airport-is-in-service/

Syrian media covering the rescue of Konstantin Murahtin, co-pilot of the Su-24 bomber aircraft shot down by Turkish forces in Syria, made a rather interesting discovery.

Russian state-of-the-art Kamov Ka-52 Alligator and Mil Mi-28N Night Hunter attack helicopters could be clearly seen on video reportedly filmed by Syrian TV crews in the vicinity of the Hmeymim airbase which serves as the primary base of operations for Russian Aerospace Forces elements deployed in Syria.

The helicopters only appear on film for a few seconds but Ka-52 can be easily identified due to their distinct silhouette.

The Kamov Ka-52 helicopter, along with other modifications of the Ka-50 Black Shark attack helicopters is usually employed by Russian military for special forces support, while the Mil Mi-28 is designated as the main army gunship.

This is apparently the first confirmed sightings of these types of helicopters during the ongoing Russian airborne campaign in Syria against Daesh, also known as ISIL and the Islamic State.

"We have every reason to believe that the decision to shoot down our aircraft was dictated by the desire to ensure the safety of supply routes of oil to Turkey, to the ports where they are shipped in tankers," Putin said.

Discussing the matter with world leaders during the Paris climate talks, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that most colleagues agree there was no need to attack the Su-24 bomber, as it was not threatening Turkey.

Putin also said that the Syria conflict was to be a main topic of bilateral meetings during the summit, with hopes  that anti-terror cooperation with France, in particular, will "go further" than with other countries.

He said that despite the downing of the Su-24 by Ankara, Moscow will continue to strive for a broad, international coalition to combat the terrorist group, adding that he regrets the deterioration of relations between Russia and Turkey.

"I think that this is regrettable for all of us," Putin said. "And for me personally it's a real pity, because I myself did much to build up relations with Turkey over the course of a long period of time."

Speaking with US President Barack Obama, Putin stressed that there is a general agreement on Syria's future, and that new elections are necessary.

As the climate talks continue through the week, the White House has confirmed that Obama will meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday.