“We Expect Mutual Respect from the Russians”: NATO Sent Navy Group to Syria

I.T.S. Carabinière (F 593)

In the Mediterranean Sea there are many problems associated with the security of the region: the underwater activities of the Russian fleet in its eastern part, the instability of the situation in Syria and Libya, as well as the flow of migrants and illegal traffic. NATO's Second Permanent Naval Group (SNMG-2) has been tasked with resolving all these issues that need attention. It is reported by USNI News.

The flagship of the SNMG-2 is the Italian Navy frigate ITS Carabiniere (F 593), on board of which is the group commander Rear Admiral Paolo Fantoni. According to him, the main task is to counter Russian submarines near their base in Syrian Tartus.

We observe Russians in the Mediterranean, we respect the rules of safety and navigation, and we expect them to do the same for us [...] We, of course, monitor their activities, so I know what they do with us

- expressed his hopes Fantoni.

According to him, the submarines of the Russian Navy do not pose a danger to the group he leads, although their high combat effectiveness does not cause the rear admiral, "expecting respect from the Russians," to doubt:

I do not see a threat, an immediate threat to the [NATO] forces, although we respect their potential.

Currently, SNMG-2’s core team includes the flagship Carabiniere, Canadian frigate HMCS Fredericton (FFH 337), Greek frigate HS Aegean (F 460), and Turkish frigate TCG Salihreis (F 246), although the group’s composition may change over a six-month period, during which Fantoni will command her.

Paolo Fantoni

Comments

[Uncle lee]

so i know

We know what you know .....

[Finches]

NATO, our potential enemy! NATO countries are our enemies, the enemy can and should be respected, but NATO does not deserve this! It is disgustingly moving east to our borders, although at every step it promised not to do this, it bombed Yugoslavia, Libya, Iraq ... What respect can there be for bandits from the high road? Is this the Armed Forces? No! This is a gang - there is a leader - the USA, there are foremen - France, Germany, Great Britain ..., there are sixes - Bulgaria, the Baltic states ... Why should we respect them ?? Under Gorbachev - Shevardnadze and Yeltsin-Kozyrev, the "Western partners" were already respected, that without a little permission in Washington they asked to leave their home harbor ... So, the admiral went to ....! This is the only way to talk to them, and not to wind snot on your fist!

[Grandfather Crimea]

And do not forget that there were constantly skirmishes between the USSR and then Russia (under the guise of misunderstanding on the part of Nato), then constant provocations on the verge of a foul ... They really deserve what they pay attention to their actions. Seven feet under the keel to our sailors and lossless return to their native shores.

[Xnumx vis]

Quote: Grandfather Crimea

Seven feet under the keel to our sailors and lossless return to their native shores.

And this is the main thing!

[Levin]

Hello. We love polite people, but no boors

[Sofa expert]

What a brave sailor, respects our potential

[210ox]

Well, in any case, it does not require the lighthouse to change course. Worth respect.

[skif8013]

Yes, if he sees the potential, I'm afraid the toad will strangle him))

[Vladimir_2U]

Would there be such respect without the very successful military operations in Syria, both of the aviation and the fleet of Russia? I doubt it. The "concerns" from the Foreign Ministry alone are not enough in such cases.

[rotmistr60]

“We are waiting from the Russians mutual respect "

Mutual implies mutual. But respect from the United States (NATO) is not observed. And only the opposite happens: threats, impudent behavior ... But this smiled

so i know what they do with us

[pmkemcity]

Quote: rotmistr60

rotmistr60 (Gennady) Today, 06: 13 NEW
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“We expect mutual respect from the Russians”
Mutual implies mutual. But respect from the United States (NATO) is not observed. And only the opposite happens: threats, impudent behavior ... But this smiled
so i know what they do with us

To be afraid means respect. But if respected, is it afraid?

[bessmertniy]

Something few NATO ships are sending to solve the problem of refugees, who today rushed from Turkey to Europe. To transport several million migrants, it would be necessary to use a larger fleet.

[Fedor Sokolov]

The systematic squeezing of Russia from the eastern Mediterranean began. Further, they will simply bind us hand and foot and will not allow us to carry out anti-terrorism measures to ensure the security of our military base in Latakia, it was extremely important for the West that the militants from Idlib province should be as close as possible to Russian military facilities and constantly conduct harassing shelling, giving to understand that you are not welcome here go home. The ultimate goal of all this, as originally conceived, remains the same: the overthrow of the legitimate government of Syria and its transformation into chaos territory following the example of Libya.

[Serg65]

Quote: Fyodor Sokolov

The systematic squeezing of Russia from the eastern Mediterranean began.

Something you started a requiem early!

Quote: Fyodor Sokolov

Then they will simply bind us hand and foot and will not allow us to carry out anti-terrorism measures to ensure the security of our military base in Latakia

Where are such conclusions from?

[alexmach]

Something you started a requiem early!

In fact, besides these, there are 2 more carrier groups.

[Serg65]

Quote: alexmach

In fact, besides these, there are 2 more carrier groups.

So what? Is this called systematic extrusion? I beg of you...

[rocket757]

All the rules exist for Schaub the brazen and their cousins, they laid them on smartly when they need it .... and I write in declarations / proclamations, all kinds of admirals are pacifiers talking, IT IS NOT INTERESTING FOR ANYONE!

[Vasyan1971]

Of course, we monitor their activities, so I know what they do with us

What is needed is what they will do. If necessary.

[Ros 56]

Let NATO not scamper where it is not being asked and the admiral will have a pension.

[Calm]

World of Warship Medals

[KVK1]

World of Warship Medals

census medal?

[aszzz888]

the instability of the situation in Syria and Libya .... The Second Permanent Naval Group of NATO (SNMG-2) has been tasked with resolving all these issues that need attention

And how did the NATO members get together to solve this particular issue - "the instability of the situation in Syria and Libya" ?! Again bomb, and throw missiles ?! And the fact that they jerk in advance regarding our group in the middle-earth, is a good sign - they are afraid.

[Bersaglieri]

Well, Duc, there is nothing to share with the Mediterranean countries (and Italy, in general, is one of Russia's largest economic partners), so "mutually polite flag demonstrations"

[Igluxnumx]

Did you call NATO? Me not! Why are they off the coast of Syria on the traverse of Tartus?
Uncles from NATO are taking another "appeasement"? It smells like blood!

[Bersaglieri]

In general, Middle-earth is their water area (Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, all in NATO) :)

[Livonetc]

The group’s commander, Rear Admiral Paolo Fantoni, gives the impression of a completely adequate person and commander.
At present, in general and in the conditions of the local situation in particular, this is a positive moment.

[lvov_aleksey]

how can you tell this star-striped that they are not gods - they are nobody and they can not be called !!!

[Bersaglieri]

Who are the Stars and Stripes? Italians? :)

[Fedy klay]

Fantoni un servo degli US. #yenkieesgohome!!

[Paramon Pictures]

Cheyut you talked for respect - scary? No drift - no offense.

[lvov_aleksey]

Quote: Bersaglieri

Who are the Stars and Stripes? Italians? :)

I have ever seen flags, especially Italian ...

[Bersaglieri]

Duc, Tricolore is

[lvov_aleksey]

Quote: Bersaglieri

Duc, Tricolore is

my funny, don’t joke anymore (((