NATO: Russia Still Adding Troops Near Ukraine

Russia says it's returning more troops to their bases

A convoy of Russian armored vehicles moves along a highway in Crimea, on Jan. 18, 2022. AP Photo

A day after Russia said it pulled some of its forces away from the Ukrainian border, NATO officials said Moscow is still adding troops to its buildup around the Eastern European nation.

“We have not seen any withdrawal of Russian forces. And of course, that contradicts the message of diplomatic efforts,” NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg told reporters. “What we see is that they have increased the number of troops, and more troops are on their way. So, so far, no deescalation.”