[Carry_Okie]

I don't know, but it might be possible that the purchase of these missiles predates Putin or that they were purchased from the Russian mob.

In the case of the French, things are probably more clearcut.

[Magnolia]

I don't know, but it might be possible that the purchase of these missiles predates Putin or that they were purchased from the Russian mob.

You make a good point Carry. Nonetheless, it may explain Russia's refusal to join the coalition. Putin may know more than he's let on.