The state of Russia's military two years ago:
http://english.aljazeera.net/NR/exeres/ ... 7BEE43.htm
Reliable?
About their technology:
http://www.pinr.com/report.php?ac=view_ ... guage_id=1
"While its army, navy and air force are in dangerously derelict conditions, every part of the formula for Russia's resurgence as a military powerhouse is still in place. Russia has been consistently fielding top-notch military technology at various international trade shows, and has been steady in the demonstration of its capabilities."
About Iran:
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.c ... BERIV1.DTL
In other words, Iran is at a higher state of alertness than we are?
Can't find any other clear facts about it's military state.
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