TIRASPOL - The commander of Russian troops in Moldova yesterday denounced plans by his government to cut back his headquarters and withdraw his army back to Russia within three years. Lieutenant-General Alexander Lebed said an army shake-up ordered by Moscow and a withdrawal plan agreed between Russia and Moldova would lead to an explosive situation, arms trafficking and banditry. Reuter
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