Chavez announces Russian missile purchase

Chavez announces Russian missile purchase
Caracas (AFP) Sept 12, 2009 - Amid rising tensions with neighboring Colombia, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez announced late Friday that his country would soon take delivery of Russian-made missiles with a range of 300 kilometers (185 miles). "We have signed some agreements with Russia. Soon we will begin receiving some missiles," Chavez said during a meeting with supporters in front of the presidential palace. ... more

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