UK troops could head to Ukraine 'within hours' amid fears of Russian invasion
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dailystar.co.ukBritish troops are ready to head to Ukraine “within hours” amid fears of a Russian invasion.Around 450 Paras are poised to drop into eastern Europe should the current crisis worsen.
The elite soldiers from 16 Air Assault Brigade conducted a practice jump last year as tensions began to rise, and they could be in the region within 36 hours.A senior defence chief said: “It’s a waiting game, but all indications suggest Russia is days away from mounting an invasion.“The Paras could deploy very quickly – this is what they are trained for and they are itching to get involved.”Meanwhile, the RAF is moving personnel and equipment to support jets in Romania.
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