[Will88]

"For us, this deal is interesting only if it is accomplished with a parallel transfer of technology, so that our shipbuilders - both civilian and military - receive a new technological boost for development," Putin said...

How things have changed. In the past, they had to have their spies steal such technology and plans.

[mainsail that]

If the French are so dumb to sell their technology for the price of a few ships, you can’t blame Putin.

Can you imagine US selling 5 F22 and giving them the technology???

[hannibaal]

Been on a mistral for 24 hours was an impressive ship, although i have nothing to base it against.