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human
ELI5:Can someone tell me why Russia is so interested in Crimea in Ukriane?
gpt
Crimea is home to the last warm water port (one that wont freeze) for the Russian Black Sea fleet. The Russians are securing their port in the aftermath of a pro-Western government being installed in Kiev. Loss of the port would be devastating for Russian power and influence.