[Paul R.]

Why is anyone of significance afraid of the Black Sea Fleet? Because of the name? Good God, barring a truly catastrophic mistake in strategy, the ITALIAN NAVY alone could defeat Putin’s Black Sea fleet, probably with “one hand tied behind their back”.

[redgolum]

LOL! Maybe the French Navy, the Italians aren't that bad, but my Navy friends say the sailors don't really care to much about fighting.

The real question is can Russia land forces in Turkey in response to an shot from the Turks before anyone can do much about it.