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Ivanov Threatens Poland on U.S. Missile Defense Site

October 11, 2006 :: RIA-Novosti :: News

Russian Defense Minister Sergei Ivanov yesterday attacked U.S. plans to deploy ballistic missile defense systems in Poland, reports RIA Novosti. “The announced purpose [of the deployment] is the interception of Iranian intercontinental ballistic missiles, which have never existed and will not exist in the near future,” Ivanov said. He added, “I think everyone here understands against whom they [BMD systems] can be used,” meaning Russia. Ivanov said Russia views the U.S. plans as “a destabilizing element and an attempt to shift the strategic balance.” He also noted his “surprise” at Poland’s interest in the project, but attempted to dismiss growing fears that Poland could become a potential target of Russia’s armed forces. (Article)

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