Putin may lose Navy bases on three continents, Hertling said – World
In particular, there was a threat to Russian bases in Syria and Tunisia.
Russian President Vladimir Putin's naval forces have been weakened. This is indicated by the situation in the Middle East, North Africa and the Black Sea.
The ex-commander of the US Ground Forces in Europe, retired lieutenant general Mark Hertling, said this on CNN.
Hertling believes that the loss of influence in Aleppo and the possible regime change of dictator President Bashar al-Assad threaten Russian bases in Syria and Tunisia. In addition, the Russian Federation has already weakened its position in the Black Sea. Naval assets in Kaliningrad are also at risk.
“Putin has been backed into a corner. These bases are critical for Russia, but increasing rebel activity in Syria only increases his anxiety,” said the former commander of the US Ground Forces in Europe.
He also drew attention to the fact that the Russian forces…
