‘Merchant of death’ files case against American agents
Published: 07 May, 2009, 21:55
Russian businessman Victor Bout, who was accused of arms smuggling during a trial in Thailand, has filed charges against three American intelligence agents.
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Published: 07 May, 2009, 21:55
Russian businessman Victor Bout, who was accused of arms smuggling during a trial in Thailand, has filed charges against three American intelligence agents.