BERLIN - A senior German politician drew criticism on Wednesday for suggesting the West should recognise Russia's annexation of Crimea to save face for President Vladimir Putin.
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Reuters: Senior German politician under fire for plea to recognise Russian Crimea
Pro-Russia leader of Crimea Sergei Aksyonov (c) reacts after the announcement of the results of an election held by the deputies of the State Council of Crimea in Simferopol on Oct. 9, 2014.
