Person: Viktor Bout

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Back to the USSR for a nostalgic Vladimir Putin

Vladimir Putin’s nostalgia for the Soviet Union has never been a secret but, post-Crimea, the Kremlin has been actively campaigning for a return to a totalitarian state, writes Owen Matthews.

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Arms dealer dubbed 'Merchant of Death' sentenced to 25 years

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Major Russia-US nuclear deal in jeopardy

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Surprise US extradition of ‘Merchant of Death’

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Suspected arms dealer to face US justice

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Thailand to extradite arms 'Merchant of Death'

Wife denies husband is 'Merchant of Death' arms dealer

The wife of alleged Russian arms smuggler Viktor Bout testified today that he is an “honest” businessman who ran a legitimate air cargo business.

Tue, 17 Mar, 2009

'Merchant of Death' escapes arms charges

Police in Thailand have mysteriously dropped all charges against one of the world’s biggest arms dealers dubbed “The Merchant of Death”.

Wed, 09 Apr, 2008

Wanted arms dealer held in Thailand

A Russian arms dealer dubbed the "Merchant of Death" was arrested in Bangkok today.

Thu, 06 Mar, 2008