Russian Air Force launches massive assault after Hmeymim attack July 6, 2018 - 11:17 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Russian Aerospace Forces launched a massive attack over the southwestern countryside of the Idlib Governorate on Friday, July 6. According to a military source in nearby Latakia, the Russian Aerospace Forces relentlessly bombarded the bases of Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham and the Turkestan Islamic Party (TIP) in the Jisr Al-Shughour District of Idlib. The airstrikes were conducted in retaliation for the latest armed drone attack on the Russian Hmeymim Airbase in southwest Latakia. According to some pro-government activists, the Russian jets carried out the strikes after allegedly taking off from the Abu Dhuhour Military Airport for the first time ever. There has been no military confirmation to corroborate these claims; however, the Russian military does maintain a large presence in the southern countryside of the Idlib Governorate. Furthermore, the Russian military currently has an observation post in the town of Abu Dhuhour, so it would not be out of the realm of possibility for them to utilize this base. The Russian Aerospace Forces have recently targeted this part of the Idlib Governrate in response to the armed drone attacks on the Hmeymim Airbase that are believed to have originated from the jihadist bases in this part of the province.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation  Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.First Canadian expert join EU mission in Armenia The first Canadian expert to join the European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia has arrived in Armenia.Armenian cemetery in Fresno hit by arsons six times since January Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance.Iran vows to “decisively” defend sovereignty, national interests The Iranian embassy in Armenia has defended its “defensive and proportional action in in occupied Palestine.” |
