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Satellite Images Show Russia Expanding Military Sites Near NATO Borders
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First reported by Ynet · Jun 12, 2026
What happened
Satellite images published in Denmark show Russia expanding dozens of military bases near NATO borders, including sites in Pechenga and near Estonia. The reported buildup has intensified fears of conflict with Europe and added pressure on Britain over defense funding after the resignation of Defense Secretary John Healy.
- 01Satellite images show Russian military expansion along NATO borders.
- 02One site in Pechenga is five kilometers from Norway.
- 03Murmansk could hold 17,000 more troops, intelligence assessments say.
- 04U.S. officials warned Britain of record Russian aggression toward NATO.
- 05John Healy resigned after disputes over British military funding.
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