ASSESSMENTS
Turkey: Russia, Air Defense and Ballistic Missile Defense
May 18, 2009 | 19:40 GMT

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Summary
Turkey is searching for a new strategic air defense system. The two main contenders appear to be the U.S. Patriot and the Russian S-400 "Triumf," though just how much real consideration the latter is getting remains open to debate. Regardless, the final decision will be based on more than just some new hardware.
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