Russian president Vladimir Putin inspects a weapon during a visit to an army base in Dagestan in 2008. Photograph: Ria Novosti/Reuters
Is That A Good Idea? Putin Orders Stalinesque Upgrade Of Russia's Military Hardware -- Daily Mail
* Has ordered the overhaul after jibes from the West
* Committed to spending a massive £450 billion
* It would be the first major modernisation programme since Stalin
Vladimir Putin has ordered the modernisation of Russia's armaments on the same scale as achieved by Stalin at the height of his reign of terror.
The Kremlin leader made clear he was tired of Western jibes about the country's outdated firepower as displayed at annual Red Square parades.
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More News On Russia's Massive Military Buildup
Russia's Putin demands Stalin-era armament drive -- AFP
Russia’s £450bn for bombs, planes and subs -- The Sun
Vladimir Putin stirs memories of Joseph Stalin as he urges 'leap forward' -- The Guardian
Moscow aims to update defense -- UPI
Putin sets guidelines for defence industry -- Voice of Russia
Putin wants defense industry to be modernized quickly -- Kyiv Post
Russia's Putin calls for Stalin-style "leap forward" -- Business Times
Putin orders defense industry modernization recalling pre-WWII advances -- RT
Putin: Russia Ready to Draw on Foreign Defense Technology -- RIA Novosti