Putin says Ukraine military action was necessary due to West 'preparing for invasion of our land'

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Putin says Ukraine military action was necessary due to West 'preparing for invasion of our land'

Vladimir Putin says Russia's military intervention in Ukraine was a pre-emptive move to ward off aggression, accusing the West of "preparing for the invasion of our land, including Crimea".

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Putin says Ukraine military action was necessary due to West 'preparing for invasion of our land'

Russia Victory Day: Putin says West 'forced' Ukraine offensive as Moscow hosts huge military parade 04:25

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