Putin Banned Sales of 300-km Iskander Missiles to Syria

(Novosti-Russia) "Our military intended to sell to Syria the Iskander system with a range of 300 km. I have vetoed the deal," Russian President Vladimir Putin said during a visit to Israel. "We cannot be described as irresponsible partners; we do take due account of the concerns and wishes of our partners and do everything not to break the balance of power in the region."