S-300 mobile missile launching complex [Illustrative]. Photo: REUTERS
Envoy Says Russia Will Send Defense Missiles to Syria -- Voice of America
A top Russian diplomat says Moscow will provide Syria advanced air missiles to deter any foreign intervention in the country.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov told reporters Tuesday Moscow will send sophisticated S-300 anti-aircraft missiles as part of a contract signed several years ago.
Russia criticized the European Union's decision Monday to amend its arms embargo on Syria and allow weapons to be sent to the main opposition Syrian National Coalition, while keeping sanctions against the Syrian government.
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More News On Reports That Russia Will Supply Syria With Advanced Air Missiles
Russia to give Syria anti-aircraft missiles to deter 'hotheads' – live updates -- The Guardian
Russia To Send Syria Air Defense System To Deter "Hotheads" -- Reuters
Russia says it will help Syria deter "hot heads" -- CBS/AP
Russian arms 'to deter foreign intervention in Syria' -- BBC
Russia to send air-defence system to Syria -- Al Jazeera
Russia says missile systems for Syria will deter intervention -- Reuters
Israeli defense chief indicates if Russia ships advanced missiles to Syria, they could be hit -- Washington Post/AP
Israel warns of action over Russian plan to give missiles to Syria's Assad -- NBC
Ya'alon: If S-300 shipment leaves, we'll know how to act -- YNet News
Israel says Russian anti-aircraft system not headed to Syria yet -- Reuters
Steinitz: S-300 can be used by Syria to hit civilian planes -- Jerusalem Post