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Wednesday, February 04, 2009

Russia and Belarus sign air defence pact

Alexander Lukashenko Dmitry MedvedevRussia and Belarus have signed an air defence pact cementing their opposition to US plans for a missile defence shield in Eastern Europe.

The agreement will create a joint force consisting of five Russian and Belarusian air force squadrons, and 10 missile batteries and radar facilities.

"Signing an agreement to create a joint regional air defence system will be a notable event in strengthening our ties," said Dmitry Medvedev, the Russian president.

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