Bad news for the French.
Russia, Algeria In $7 Billion Arms Deal Talks
Moscow, Russia (AHN) - The governments of Russia and Algeria are currently in tight negotiations for a possible $7 billion arms deal. The deal if pushed through would make Algeria the largest buyer of Russian weapons.
According to a report by the Algerian LaTribune newspaper, the country has entered into negotiations with Russia as part of the government's efforts to modernize its armed forces.
Algeria is particularly interested in buying Russia-made Soukhoi Su-32 and Mig 29 fighter-bombers, T-90 tanks and Pantsir air defense systems.