Russian troops to return to bases

Russian troops in the western regions bordering Ukraine are preparing to return to their home bases in line with President Vladimir Putin’s order, Russia’s Defence Ministry said today.

Russian troops to return to bases
Tue, 20 May, 2014 - 08:39

Russian troops in the western regions bordering Ukraine are preparing to return to their home bases in line with President Vladimir Putin’s order, Russia’s Defence Ministry said today.

Mr Putin ordered the withdrawal yesterday in what could be an attempt to ease tensions with the West over Ukraine.

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