Satellite imagery shows Russian military buildup along NATO borders amid UK defence funding disputes
By
Olivia Allhusen, James Tapsfield
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Summary
Satellite images released by Denmark's national broadcaster, in cooperation with intelligence services, reveal Russia has been expanding dozens of military bases along its borders with NATO countries over the past two years. New barracks, warehouses, and military vehicles have been added, fueling fears that Vladimir Putin is preparing for a wider war with Europe. The developments come as the UK's defence plans face internal disputes over funding, increasing pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
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Satellite images have exposed the expansion of dozens of military bases along Russia's borders with Nato countries.
The evidence - released by Denmark's national broadcaster in cooperation with intelligence services - shows a flurry of construction work has been taking place.
New barracks, warehouses and military vehicles have been added over the past two years.
The activity will heighten pressure on Keir Starmer to resolve months of bitter internal wrangling over funding.
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