The expert told how the Russian naval base in Tartus will affect the actions of NATO – RIA Novosti

14:1310.10.2016

(updated: 15:43 10.10.2016)

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MOSCOW, October 10 — RIA Novosti. the Creation in Tartus Navy base on a regular basis will allow Russia to neutralize the potential threat from the growing activity of NATO in the Mediterranean, said Monday to RIA Novosti chief editor of the magazine “national defense” Igor Korotchenko.

Earlier in the day, Deputy defense Minister Nikolai Pankov, speaking in the Federation Council, said that Russia will create a naval base on a permanent basis in Syrian Tartus — relevant documents already prepared by the military Department.

“Given the increased missile capabilities of the ships and submarines of the Russian Navy, a permanent base in Tartus will enable us to control not only the middle East but also the Mediterranean. I think it is the right step to neutralize the growing military capabilities of the Alliance and its naval component,” — said Korotchenko.

the Expert suggested that Damascus will give Moscow this base rent free for an unlimited period. “It will allow to develop its naval grouping in the region, and to ensure the transportation of goods to maintain the combat readiness of our Air and space forces,” — he said.

Speaking of ships that can be placed on a new basis, Korotchenko noted that we are talking about “almost all the ships present at the battle of the black sea and Northern fleets”, and submarines of the modernized project 636 “Varshavyanka”, with modern cruise missiles “Calibre”.

“It is very important from the point of view of national security,” — concluded korochenko.

currently in Tartus is the point of logistics (e & p) ships to the Russian Navy. It began operating in 1977, an agreement was concluded in 1971. Now the item in the store is the only reference point of the Russian Navy in the Mediterranean sea. He continues to carry out its tasks in accordance with the purpose. Service, e & p, Russian Navy in Tartus deals exclusively with civilian personnel.

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