The number of NATO forces stationed close to Russia’s western borders has reached more than 30,000, says Putin's top minister, Sergey Shoigu. He stated that the U.S.-led military bloc had augmented units in central and eastern Europe, as well as in the Balkans and Baltic states. Shoigu said that the concentration of western forces poses a direct threat not only to Moscow but also to Belarus, Russia’s ally. The unprecedented deployment by both Russia and NATO is set to spark "uncontrolled escalation," as warned by the Russian Defence Minister earlier. Watch this video for full information.
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