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I have no illusions. Of course, Russia is massively upgrading its military. We know that Russia is pursuing a policy of expansion. This is of course a cause for concern among Eastern European countries.

Martin Schulz

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Martin Schulz
Age: 68
Born: 1955
Born: December 20
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