Syria to receive ten modernized Su-24M2 bombers from Russia
The Syrian military will soon receive ten modernized Su-24M2 frontline bombers from Russia, defence.ru reported. As part of a contract that was signed in 2009, the modernization of the bombers included installing a new weapons control system that equips the aircraft with modern, high-precision guided missiles.
Under the terms of the agreement, Russian specialists will also provide training for Syrian pilots and maintenance personnel.
Last week, the U.S. attacked Syria’s Shayrat Airbase in retaliation for an alleged chemical weapon attack carried out by the Syrian government. On Tuesday, U.S. General Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. forces in the Middle East, said that 57 of the 59 cruise missiles launched by the U.S. Navy hit their aim points at the airbase, causing significant damage to the facilities and aircraft at Shayrat.