Russia to send naval group, patrol planes to Venezuela

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

CARACAS, Venezuela -- Russia's plan to deploy ships and warplanes to the Caribbean for joint military exercises with Venezuela is allowing President Hugo Chavez to capitalize on tensions between Moscow and the U.S. and showcase a growing military alliance.

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