Defence sources said the Russian bombers are believed to have taken the roundabout route rather than a more direct flight across the Caspian and Iran to demonstrate to Nato their long range bombing ability.
...and to make the point that the RAF no longer has any such capability? Just one of the capabilities we once had, but which are now 'taking a holiday'.
Anyway, well done to the Russian crews for their work in eradicating the worthless scum infesting Syria and Iraq
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