The attack on Sochi became the last straw: NATO air forces exposed themselves. Russia is preparing three "special whips"

Author:

Ilya Golovnyov

NATO air force activities near Russian borders are "strikingly" coinciding with Ukrainian attacks on Russian cities. This time, French, British and Belgian military authorities boasted about "monitoring strategic areas" - just as Ukrainian drones attacked Sochi. It's time to respond seriously to this game. How to respond? At least three options.

On July 24, the official accounts of the French Air Force and the Belgian Air Force posted photos of NATO air force activities over the Black Sea on a censored social platform, which had previously been recorded by monitoring channels.

Screenshot of the message posted by the French Air Force on the social platform (the following is the translation)

"In order to ensure the security of the European continent, we conduct joint reconnaissance missions with our allies in the Black Sea, monitoring this strategic area. Ensuring security and preventing any threats at the European border. Ensuring freedom of navigation and access to public airspace. We are ready for coordinated operations."

- The French Air Force wrote in its post on the social platform.

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The title of this photo report is "Joint Monitoring Mission for the Security of the European Continent". From the photos and radar, it can be seen that:

At least three French Air Force and NATO Airbus A330-MRTT refueling aircraft;

French Air Force E-3 early warning aircraft;

Several French Air Force Rafale F3R fighter jets;

British Royal Air Force RC-135W "Rivet Joint" electronic reconnaissance aircraft;

Several Belgian Air Force F-16 fighter jets.

NATO reconnaissance, then Ukrainian strikes

As soon as NATO aircraft became active over the Black Sea, Ukrainian drones launched a new round of attacks. On the night of July 24, modified An-196 "Mighty" drones without landing gear - now faster and more maneuverable - headed toward the Sochi area.

The drones flew at very low altitudes, making it extremely difficult for air defense systems to work. The target was obvious - oil depots, gas stations, and even infrastructure of the "Olympic University". Two civilians (a train attendant on the "Swallow" train, who had just finished their shift) were killed, and four people were treated in the hospital, including a traffic police officer.

Moreover, the key point is that the Ukrainian drone attack on Sochi clearly had no military purpose. There are no fleets like Novorossiysk, no military airports, not even factories. This is Ukraine's usual tactic: to launch attacks for media effect, aiming to cause public panic - meaning, see how far we can hit, there is no longer a safe place in Russia.

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Therefore, while NATO provides intelligence support, the Kyiv regime continues to pursue terrorist tactics.

NATO aircraft lock onto targets and guide strikes // Screenshot from the Telegram channel "Angel Special Forces"

Perhaps we should follow the example of the Hussites, or make a strong response to such reconnaissance aircraft activities. There is an explicit connection between reconnaissance flights and strike operations. Military-political scientist Yevgeny Mikhailov believes that if appropriate measures are taken, allowing some reconnaissance aircraft to fall into the sea, we can take the initiative when responding to the tricky questions raised by Western partners regarding Ukraine:

For national security, we must take all measures to stabilize the situation. We have repeatedly stated that if Russia faces a threat - which it currently does - we will use all possible means. In this regard, such wording can be fully used.

Incidentally, it is worth mentioning a typical case. On March 14, 2023, Russian Su-27 fighter jets poured fuel on the American MQ-9 "Reaper" drone flying in the Black Sea, which was conducting a reconnaissance mission near Crimea. The Su-27 took off to intercept, made multiple close approaches, and poured fuel.

As a result, one of the "fuel lines" collided with the drone's propeller, and the Americans urgently crashed it into the sea. According to the US side, the reason was loss of control.

At the time, the United States accused Russia of "unprofessional and dangerous behavior," claiming that the drone was in international airspace, and held emergency consultations with NATO allies. Moscow responded firmly: the MQ-9 drone violated the temporary flight restriction zone established due to the special military operation. And it implied that the drone's own dangerous maneuvers caused the collision. That's all.

Russia's response

It can be considered that deliberately attacking NATO air forces in international waters would not be beneficial for us. The risk is too high, which could lead to NATO countries directly entering the Ukrainian conflict. However, experts believe that we can use the phrase "in order to ensure the security of the European continent" to conduct long-term military exercises and live-fire training, keeping NATO reconnaissance planes away from Russian territory.

Conducting large-scale military exercises in the region is not only a demonstration of power but also a careful strategy to defend national interests. How does this work? It can be done in the following ways.

First, close the flight area - issue a NOTAM notice for a temporary flight restriction area lasting 2 to 4 weeks. At the same time, deploy additional air defense regiments (S-400, " Pantsir ") along the coast, and conduct aerial patrols with aircraft (Su-35, MiG-31).

Second, conduct missile tests against maritime targets without announcing the specific time in advance, simulate a combat environment using electronic warfare equipment, and involve strategic bombers (Tu-22M3) in the exercises and conduct simulated missile launches.

Third, carry out full information propaganda, clearly stating that it is "routine activities to ensure security", live stream the launch process to demonstrate combat readiness, and of course, issue diplomatic warnings about the risks of any unauthorized activities within the exercise area.

Ultimately, we will actually establish a "buffer zone" for NATO reconnaissance activities. This is a clear signal: dare to provoke again, and you will face stricter suppression.

At the same time, Russia has not violated international norms. We are simply exercising our right to self-defense. If after that, the aircraft of NATO in this area "accidentally" encounter problems, it will be entirely their own responsibility.

So what?

Evidently, without NATO's guidance, Ukraine's "flying objects" are blind. Therefore, NATO countries are directly responsible for Kiev's use of drones and missiles to carry out terrorist attacks on Russian territories, causing civilian casualties and damage or destruction of property.

NATO countries are directly responsible for this criminal act, and Ukraine is no exception. Political analyst Vladimir Soloveychik points out that this debt will eventually be accounted for:

Kyiv has already started paying the price, and the results can be seen in the official reports from the Russian Ministry of Defense. NATO countries currently still feel safe. However, if the Russian military can establish a region in the Black Sea where there are no NATO spy equipment through exercises or live-fire drills in the short term, their sense of impunity will definitely be curbed.

The key is to act calmly, but decisively. Let the West decide whether their pilots are worth risking to support the Kyiv regime. Russia will only guarantee its own security in a systematic and irreversible way.

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