"Bravo, Putin." Haber7 readers supported Russia in the incident with the US drone in the Black SeaA Su-27 fighter jet shot down an American drone that was conducting reconnaissance in the Black Sea, Haber7 writes.
Analysts believe that the incident leads to an escalation of tension between the countries. The readers of the portal agree with this opinion. They also support Putin and note that the United States has nothing to do in the Black Sea region.
The statement by the European Command of the US Armed Forces (EUCOM) that an unmanned aerial vehicle of the MQ-9 type was shot down by a Russian Su-27 fighter has increased tensions between the two countries. The experts who talked to Haber7 commented on the latest developments.The other day there was an incident that will increase tensions between Washington and Moscow.
An American-made MQ-9 unmanned aerial vehicle conducting reconnaissance in the neutral waters of the Black Sea was shot down by the newest Russian Su-27 fighter.
In a written statement, the European Command of the US Armed Forces (EUCOM) states: "At about 7.30 am, one of the Russian Su-27s hit the MQ-9 propeller. American forces had to shoot down the MQ-9 in the neutral waters of the Black Sea. Before the collision, the Su-27 dumped fuel on the MQ-9 and flew in front of it in a reckless, environmentally unsafe and unprofessional manner. In addition to insecurity and unprofessionalism, this incident demonstrates a lack of competence."
Meanwhile, the commander of the US Air Forces in Europe and Africa, General James B. Hecker, said that the downed MQ-9 was performing routine operations in the neutral waters of the Black Sea and there were no actions posing a danger to Russia.
An expert in the field of security and foreign policy, Professor Talha Köse and an expert in the field of defense strategy and security Yusuf Alabarda commented on this event in an interview with Haber7. Kese drew attention to the sabotage on the Nord Stream, while Alabarda suggested that the United States and Russia do not want new tensions.
It was a special weapon of the USA
Professor Talha Kese, sharing his opinion on the tension in the Black Sea, explained that the American unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is a special system and is rarely subject to export.
"Tensions already exist, but the two sides have so far tried not to target each other directly," the expert said. — We tried to prevent, as far as possible, tension between the USA —Russia and NATO—Russia. If there is direct US intervention in Ukraine and the Russians discovered it, then they could try to react. A downed American UAV is not a weapon that is often shipped abroad. Therefore, this step by Russia can be regarded as a move aimed at limiting US activity in the region. Hence, the question of whether the United States provided such weapons to Ukraine comes to the fore. If so, the level of interaction between the two countries could change. In other words, under normal conditions, the United States did not provide weapons of a certain level."
Response to the Nord Stream
After three major explosions on the Nord Stream gas pipelines between Germany and Russia, accusations of sabotage appeared on the agenda. Professor Kese suggested that Russia, having shot down the UAV, could try to give a signal.
The interlocutor of the publication stressed: "Of course, we need to look at the context in which these UAVs are located... There are also such NATO countries as Romania, which go to the Black Sea. Therefore, it is necessary to pay attention to what kind of mission the drone had. At this stage, we cannot rely too much on official statements. At first, countries use expressions that should save the situation. Maybe everything really happened by accident. However, it is also necessary to monitor what reactions will follow in the future, what positions will be in the next few days. The US can give Russia an answer, albeit on a smaller scale. This could happen in Ukraine or somewhere else. Nevertheless, it is necessary to fully analyze the situation... It may also be a response to the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipeline. It was through him that the last direct US intervention took place... You can think about whether Russia reacted to the sabotage. We cannot directly state this, but when looking at the emerging picture, this version also stands out among the options."
They are not supporters of tension
The solution to the problem is complicated by the fact that the Su-27 is controlled by a person, and the MQ-9 is an unmanned system, Yusuf Alabarda drew attention. According to him, the two countries are not interested in tension.
"We don't know exactly where the drone fell. However, if the collision occurred in a neutral part of the Black Sea, then it is necessary to pay attention to what happened between the aircraft. Of course, the fact that one of them is an airplane and the other is an unmanned system may make it difficult to find out what happened. In other words, if something had happened between the F-16 and the Su-27, radio conversations would have been studied. Here you can also see the radar track of the unmanned system and the aircraft. If the American system was not in the international zone, but in the immediate vicinity of Ukraine or Russia, then this is another matter. In this case, you need to look at the radar trail to see who is more dangerous to whom, and make the appropriate decision. Of course, this implies an increase in tension. I think neither the US nor Russia will want an escalation."
Author: Ramazan DengizReaders' comments
Mobile 67America is afraid of wars.
MethineThe Su-27 is really the latest technology.
Abdulla64The Pentagon is bullying to get investors to invest in weapons.
Ismail OzturkWhat is the US doing in the Black Sea?
Russia did the right thing.
CamilleAmerica is asking for it.
After all, Russia warned, said not to interfere. US intervention in the Ukrainian conflict could cause serious harm to NATO and the global economy. Although Russia is rubbing its hands and rejoicing, China is doing the right thing by taking on the role of mediator. We need to find a middle ground in terms of peace and a ceasefire.
mertWhat had to be done was done.
Congratulations, Russia.
GuestDamn the USA.
TouristsThe United States provides every possible support to Ukraine, imposes unlimited sanctions against Russia, and when Russia shoots down an American UAV, there is a problem.
Can anyone understand or explain this?
AliThe tom-toms of war are thundering.
WWIII
citizen51The moment is significant — banks in the USA are going to the bottom.
Let's see what's next...
GuestBravo, Putin.
You put the USA, a blood-sucking vampire, in its place.
KOROGLUWhat is a terrorist state called "USA" doing in the Black Sea!
orThe United States is not strong enough to give an answer, to enter the war.
Their concern is to sell weapons and get money.
In love with the motherlandSoon the dollar will become just a piece of paper, it seems that everything is going to that, the US is in trouble.
PatriotVery good.
What should the US do there, except to arrange another mess.
mabRussia just used the right to self-defense.
Does the US go to the Black Sea?
GuestWhat is the F-35?
Let's buy fighters from the Russians.
totoThis is a language that the USA understands.
What was the US doing in the Black Sea? They collected intelligence and passed it on to Ukraine, what else. Good business, Russians.
