In response to NATO, Russia established 3 more divisions
(Baonghean.vn) - Media agencies quoted Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu on May 4 as saying that to cope with NATO's growing strength, Russia will establish three more divisions.
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Russian military forces march during the Victory Day parade at Red Square in Moscow on May 9, 2015. |
The new divisions will be deployed along Russia's western and southern borders, Interfax news agency said, adding that the military bloc is expected to be formed by the end of 2016.
"The Russian Defense Ministry has adopted a series of measures to counter NATO's show of force near Russia's borders," Shoigu said.
Thanh Hien
(According to Reuters)