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The Specter of Russian-Made Fighter Jets in Venezuela
May 5, 2005 | 20:09 GMT
Summary
Venezuela reportedly is looking to purchase Su-27 Flanker fighters from Russia instead of the less-capable Mig-29SMT Fulcrums it previously considered. This development would constitute a provocative move by Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez — one that would have serious implications in Latin America and beyond.
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