The report did not specify what model planes or helicopters had been sold, but cited Chemezov as saying arms deals worth more than $3 billion had been signed with Venezuela over the past 18 months.
Who cares? Haven't despots learned that their shiny big-ticket weapons just blow up real good if they fight us? Let the loon waste his money. The better to annoy his people about his spending habits.
I'd be more worried if Chavez was buying rifles, explosives, and garage door openers in large quantities.
