Are the Russians coming?
Summary
European leaders worry that Russia might try to expand its military actions into the Baltic States because its current attacks in eastern Ukraine are not making much progress. Russian President Vladimir Putin seems to be looking for new ways to succeed in the Ukraine conflict.Key Facts
- Russia is currently fighting in eastern Ukraine, especially in an area called Donbas.
- Donbas is heavily defended by Ukraine and hard for Russia to capture.
- Russian President Putin may be considering attacking the Baltic States to gain an advantage.
- The Baltic States are countries in northeastern Europe near Russia.
- This concern is growing as winter approaches in Europe.
- Russia recently held elections for its Duma, its parliament, amid ongoing conflict.
- European capitals are increasingly worried about the possibility of Russian expansion beyond Ukraine.
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