Russia fortifies Crimea with extensive trench network.
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New satellite images show that Russia has built miles of trench defenses across Crimea in just a few weeks, indicating Moscow is preparing to defend the area ahead of an anticipated spring offensive from Ukraine. Ukraine has vowed to retake Crimea, which Russia illegally annexed in 2014, and Kyiv has said it won’t consider peace talks unless Russia leaves all occupied territory. Russian President Vladimir Putin stressed the strategic importance of holding onto the area during his recent visit to Crimea.
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