Russia recognizes Ukraine-held areas as part of rebel areas
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Russia recognizes Ukraine-held areas as part of rebel areas
Russia announced Tuesday that its recognition of independence for areas in eastern Ukraine extends to territory currently held by Ukrainian forces — further raising the stakes amid Western fears that a full-fledged invasion of Ukraine is imminent.
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