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Coverage dated January 7, 2026

Russia says any foreign troops sent to Ukraine would be ‘legitimate targets’

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By Issy Ronald, Kosta Gak, CNN (CNN) — Russia doubled down on its longstanding position of declaring Western forces in Ukraine “legitimate targets” on Thursday, days after France and the UK pledged to send troops there in the event of a peace deal. This is a developing story and will be updated.

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  1. Local News 8

    Russia says any foreign troops sent to Ukraine would be ‘legitimate targets’ (opens Local News 8)

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    By Issy Ronald, Kosta Gak, CNN (CNN) — Russia doubled down on its longstanding position of declaring Western forces in Ukraine “legitimate targets” on Thursday, days after France and the UK pledged to send troops there in the event of a peace deal. This is a developing story and will be updated.

  2. Fox News

    Russia warns Western forces in Ukraine would be considered 'legitimate combat targets' (opens Fox News)

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    Ukraine security guarantees document ready for finalization, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says, as Russia threatens Western forces as "legitimate combat targets."

  3. Washington Examiner

    Russia warns foreign troops in Ukraine 'legitimate targets' (opens Washington Examiner)

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    A Russian spokesperson said the country's stance on NATO troops has not changed and any deployment would be considered a “new militaristic declaration.”

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