Russia has pulled back some of its forces from the Ukraine border in a move that could reduce tensions.

Some Kremlin troops in military districts adjacent to their eastern European neighbours are returning to bases after completing drills, Russia's defence ministry was quoted as saying today.

It's a move that could de-escalate frictions between Moscow and the West.

But large-scale drills across the country continue.

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