President Hugo Chavez of Venezuela has said he will double the number of tanks in his army as he accused neighbouring Colombia of becoming the 'Israel of Latin America' after agreeing to host US military operations. Photo: Reuters Hugo Chavez: Colombia Is 'Israel Of Latin America' -- The Telegraph
President Hugo Chavez of Venezuela has said he will double the number of tanks in his army as he accused neighbouring Colombia of becoming the 'Israel of Latin America' after agreeing to host US military operations.
"We are going to get various tank battalions, at least double, infantry and artillery," said Mr Chavez as he criticised Colombia's decision to grant US aircraft and naval vessels full access and operational rights in four bases.
"It is necessary to increase our defensive power," he added.
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My Comment: Venezuela's intent to purchase additional heavy weaponry from Russia is probably going to spark an arms race within the region. But with the cocaine drug cartel wars continuing, the main stream media is missing this story.
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