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Lithuania contrary to the supply of Mistral helicopter-carriers to Russia

Vilnius, Lithuania - Heavy the statements made on Tuesday by the Minister of Defense, Rasa Jukneviciene

Rasa Juknevi?iene, the Lithuanian Minister of Defense, speaking of the Russia's acquisition of four Mistral-class helicopter-carrier ships (see AVIONEWS), defined the provision by France as a serious mistake. "I think this is a mistake. I assess [the fact] mainly from the political point of view, not from the military one. It's clear that two ships are unable to cause a serious shift in the balance...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1124208
Rome, Italy, 12/29/2010 11:51
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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