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2014-03-02 Europe

Ukraine army on full alert as Russia backs sending troops

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Posted by Fred 2014-03-02 00:00|| || Front Page|| [3 views ] Top

#1 They have maybe a battalion in the Crimea, so it's gone. But the rest of the Ukraine, especially east of the Dnieper river? That will be very hard fought if Putin chooses to go after it. Lots of casualties on both sides. And then there is the likelihood of partisan groups popping up all over the rear areas for the Russians. This could get ugly.

Posted by OldSpook 2014-03-02 12:25|| 2014-03-02 12:25|| Front Page Top

#2 My assessment as well OS. Vlad sent in the varsity in what appears to be a well planned operation.

Posted by Besoeker 2014-03-02 12:35|| 2014-03-02 12:35|| Front Page Top

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