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On the recordFebruary 27, 2014
It appears that the Russian military now controls the Crimean peninsula. Its aggression is a threat to Ukraine and the region's peace and stability. Russia's latest action is yet another indicator that Vladimir Putin's hegemonic ambitions threaten U.S. interests and allies around the world.
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Mike Rogers
Republican · Alabama

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Mike Rogers discusses the implications of Russian military control in Crimea and its threat to regional stability.

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