Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has told Russian state television that US military bases in Central Asia should close up shop once the security situation in Afghanistan eases. Beyond that, says Lavrov, a US presence in the traditional Russian sphere of influence will not be necessary. We are always happy to be of service.
Both Air Force Special Operations Command and the main contractor for the OA-1K Skyraider II are testing a new use for the modified cropduster: cruise missile carrier.
