Tuesday, March 12th, 2013
Upon landing in Caracas yesterday for Hugo Chavez’s funeral, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad vowed, "Iran and Venezuela are two brother peoples and will be united forever." While "forever" might be a stretch, the countries share a way-too-cozy relationship, including convoluted military, political and financial ties.
Iran and Venezuela had exchanged diplomats since the 60s, but until 2005, that was the extent of their ties. As soon as Ahmadinejad was elected president, the leaders became bffs. Although th... (more...)
Tags: and the U.S. - Guest Commentary, Iran, Post Chavez: Venezuela
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