Russian Air Force deploys bombers to the Caribbean

The World

The Russian air force sent two strategic bombers to Venezuela this week. The aircraft can carry nuclear weapons and could hit every state in the union. Russia is said to be considering a permanent deployment. Host Carol Hills speaks with Reggie Thompson of Stratfor, a strategic analysis company. 

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