Russia plans long-range bomber flights near U.S. shores

2014-11-13T08:04:20-05:00

(CNN) -- Russia plans to send long-range bombers to patrol the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean, the nation's defense minister said, amid escalating tensions with the West over Ukraine.

http://www.cnn.com/2014/11/13/world/europe/russia-bombers-plan/index.html?hpt=hp_t1

Russia plans long-range bomber flights near U.S. shores - CNN.com

Russia plans to send long-range bombers to patrol the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean, a move tied to Ukraine tensions, the nation's defense minister said.

Response by SGT Richard H. made Nov 13 at 2014 8:27 AM

2014-11-13T08:27:22-05:00

Wow...they haven't done that since the 80's to my knowledge. I fear it may be time that we elect another Reagan.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 13 at 2014 1:58 PM

2014-11-13T13:58:10-05:00

I am just enjoying the irony that this is becoming a topic of very good public discussions and yet lots of people are still calling for cuts and questioning the need for us to continue to develop aircraft and technology. To me this was a bright red flag validating the F-22 and the actions in Ukraine and Syria validate the need for the continued service of the A-10. but thats just my opinion