“Or credit the Serbs of having heritage with mother Russia and access to the Russian’s more advanced equipment.”
I give the Serbs credit for having their head in the game and being willing and able to absorb battle lessons and apply them to the next round. The Russians have a vested interest in learning of any weaknesses in their combat systems to incorporate them into the next versions. I would think the goal would be to improve them for the protection of Mother Russia than any particular concern for what happens to a client state.
With the Serbians at least, the Russians can be reasonably certain that the equipment was maintained and operated at least as well as the average Russian. Can’t say that about its other customers.
Agreed. I also have to give credit where it is due. The Serbs are brighter then your average Arab. A lot more spine and courage to boot.