What’s behind Putin’s Decision to Sell Missiles to Iran?

Lesson Brief BBC Russian Service
Many countries were disappointed to hear that Russia had decided to sell Iran the C-300 missile system, especially the US. The West believes that the sale of these missiles will set back the ongoing nuclear negotiations. However, many experts believe that there is more to the sale than just irritating the West. It is Russia exerting his power and influence over "near abroad." -This is an opinion article. As such, there are many words that are less common in typical news pieces. Pay attention to new verbs and phrases that are use more colloquially.
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