"The American destroyer scared the Russians": in the US press about the USS Arleigh Burke's entry into the Black Sea
The warships of the US Navy and allied countries have already thoroughly registered in the Black Sea, having to leave it only because of the observance of the Montreux doctrine, which limits the period of stay in this water area to 15 days. However, these conventions can be easily circumvented by changing the pennants on a rotational basis.
As noted in Military.com, this incessant pipeline of raids is causing concern in Russia. On November 26, the destroyer USS Arleigh Burke entered the Black Sea waters.
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As explained, these combat "express trains" keep the Kremlin in suspense, preventing plans to invade Ukraine. USS Arleigh Burke Commander Patrick Chapman says bluntly that his crew intends to provide firm support to the partners and allies of the United States in the Black Sea.
As noted in the American publication, the confident position of the United States irritates Moscow, therefore the Black Sea patrols are called destabilizing and provocative. But the American navy is committed to international agreements. Therefore, the destroyer "Arlie Burke" will soon leave the water area, giving way to a new warship. Moreover, the naval forces of local powers - Georgia, Romania, Bulgaria, Turkey and Ukraine - are growing, which are capable of blocking Russia's illegal claims in the region, the author believes.
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