Russians afraid to strike at US aviation in Syria. Moscow will make a big mistake if it risks taking this step - an American military aircraft costs more than a few Russian military bases.

This is on air "The Observer. LIVE "said American political scientist, director of the non-governmental organization For a free Ukraine Jason Smart.

So, commenting on the incident, when the coalition forces led by the United States liquidated the Su-22 of the Armed Forces of Syria, he said: "I'm not sure that they will shoot down US aircraft".

"This is a huge risk for them, they are afraid. Look at what kind of equipment the Russian army has - old, Soviet, "he said..

"Why would they shoot at our plane, which costs more than a few military bases in the Russian Federation? It's $ 25 million for one plane. Shoot him will be a big mistake, "- said the expert.

Recall, the Russian Defense Ministry announced the termination of cooperation with the Pentagon in Syria after the United States shot down a Syrian fighter. Also, the odious Russian senator Alexei Pushkov called "the new act of war" the US actions in Syria.

As reported by the "Observer", after the incident with the Su-22 in Syria, the United Nations fears outbreaks of escalation of the conflict in this country.

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