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Why is Kaliningrad so vital?
Kaliningrad is Russia's only ice-free port on the Baltic Sea, making it crucial for its navy and trade. Its strategic position, surrounded by NATO members, allows Russia to project military power into Central Europe and the Baltic region, which worries NATO. This explains why Russia is so sensitive to any perceived threats to its access.
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