Dec 12, 2012 (Morning Edition) — The Russian military is plagued by problems: A top heavy senior officer corps and a defense industry that churns out obsolete equipment, to name just two. Analysts in Russia say the U.S. should be worried about a weaker Russia, which may be becoming a front line in the battle against Islamist extremism.
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Russia's Defense Shuffle May Tarnish Its Military
by David Greene
Dec 12, 2012 (Morning Edition) — The Russian military is plagued by problems: A top heavy senior officer corps and a defense industry that churns out obsolete equipment, to name just two. Analysts in Russia say the U.S. should be worried about a weaker Russia, which may be becoming a front line in the battle against Islamist extremism.Missing some content? Check the source: NPR
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