Russia is accelerating the militarization of the annexed Crimea

In Crimea, annexed by Russia in March, militarization is accelerating evidenced

these fighters, caught the Ukrainian army, which are now part of the Russian equipment. NATO also condemned the deployment of Russian missiles in Crimea. Moscow plans to spend more than € 1.75 billion in 2020 to develop its fleet in the Black Sea.

The commander of NATO, US General Philip Breedlove, met in Ukraine the country's leaders, who denounce the presence of Russian forces:

"We do not see combat troops but we see the troops who are there specifically to structure, guide and lead the pro-rebels in the east," said Philip Breedlove.

Kiev says he still spotted dozens of trucks carrying men and artillery across the border from Russia. Moscow categorically denies any interference, but the United States does not hide. "The United States is firmly committed to providing financial assistance, equipment and experts to advise Ukraine, adds Philip Breedlove, to help its security forces to defend themselves effectively against the daily attacks of Russian troops and pro-Russian rebels. "

Joint exercises with the United States are not rare, like the one recently in Ukraine, brought together 15 countries, mainly in the east. But this partnership is still insufficient to Kiev, which has made membership in NATO a priority.