European Missile Shield

Russian President Dmitry Medvedev recently expressed reservations about a European missile shield and Russia’s participation in the system. In a letter to leaders of NATO member nations, Medvedev clarified his country’s position on and concerns about missile defense progress and cooperation. The United States’ current approach for missile defense in Europe would deploy land- and sea-based interceptors around Europe. In response to these concerns, the State Department reiterated its intention to cooperate with Russia on missile defense.

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