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February 5, 1999
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Syrian military officials arrived in Moscow to discuss a massive purchase of weapons to upgrade Damascus’ military capability. The arms deal, estimated to be worth between $2 billion and $3 billion, could be completed during an upcoming visit to Russia by Syrian Defense Minister Mustafa Tlas, a spokesman for the Russian Defense Ministry said.

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