Russian Warships Head to Venezuela for 'Training'

Chavez says coordinated exercise is 'warning' to US

By Nick McMaster, Newser Staff

Posted Sep 22, 2008 11:18 AM CDT

(Newser) – Russian warships left this morning for coordinated training exercises with the Venezuelan navy, the AFP reports. The group, consisting of a nuclear-powered guided-missile cruiser, anti-submarine ship, and supporting craft, were seen firing artillery on the open ocean in tests. Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez said the... Read full story »

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