Russians Build Lead Over U S In Ground Forces
The United States has cut the Army to about 1 01 000 troops, the smallest in a generation, while Russia fields about 2.2 million ground troops. The report outlines NATO Europe defenses, potential reinforcements, and the risks of reduced U S power with ongoing nuclear and air power gaps.
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Budget Cuts Drive Army Tank Upgrades and Missile Variant
The United States trims defense spending prompting the Army to upgrade the M60 tank and add a missile firing version as Congress blocked a proposed new main battle tank. Soviet progress is noted as Moscow develops two new tanks and enhances heavy artillery shells while US jet fleets shrink from 5800 to about 5000 aircraft.
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