Aswan Dam
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aswan_Dam
In the 1950's, Nasser was negotiating with both the US and USSR for financing of the dam and to provide weapons. When Nasser refused to accept the restrictions the US wanted to place on the use of the weapons, Nasser went to the USSR, who gave him the weapons and built the dam.
Read MoreIn the 1950's, Nasser was negotiating with both the US and USSR for financing of the dam and to provide weapons. When Nasser refused to accept the restrictions the US wanted to place on the use of the weapons, Nasser went to the USSR, who gave him the weapons and built the dam.
