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EU Anticipates Escalation in Ukraine Ahead of Russian Elections

The European Commission issued a stark warning on Friday, anticipating an escalation of Russian military actions in Ukraine leading up to the scheduled presidential elections on March 17. The Commission voiced concern over President Putin's persistent aggression against Ukraine, citing increased bombings around Christmas and New Year as evidence of escalating hostilities.

Putin shocks again VIDEO

Russian President's televised New Year's address is a tradition started by former Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev and is an important element of Russia's holiday celebrations.
Putin's address on Sunday was pre-recorded and was broadcast just before midnight in each of Russia's 11 time zones, according to the Guardian.

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