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26.07.2010 09:45
Israel's UAV Hermes 450. Photo from website zamok.druzya.org

Israel's UAV Hermes 450. Photo from website zamok.druzya.org

Israel to deliver 36 unmanned aerial vehicles to Russia

Israel is going to supply 36 unmanned drones to Russia. This was reported today by the head of the Department of export of special equipment and services of Russia's Air Force Rosoboronexport, Sergey Kornev.
  
"Earlier, a contract was signed for the purchase of unmanned aerial vehicles in the amount of 36 units manufactured in Israel. Delivery will be made shortly", said Kornev at the Farnborough international air show.
  
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