Zelensky claims West gave no warning of latest Russian strike | Russia-Ukraine conflict

'US has been surprised'

Published 3 Feb, 2009 21:42 | Updated 4 Feb, 2009 00:42

Manas airbase in Kyrgyzstan is very significant for Washington, and negotiations on the issue will have to take place in the next few months, says Walid Phares from the US-based Foundation for the Defense of Democracies.

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