Ukraine Expects A New Russian And Rebel Offensive In The East

Ukraine Redeploys Troops, Fearing New Rebel Offensive -- Reuters

* Russia denies NATO accusations over Ukraine
* Ukraine says rebels are rearming and regrouping
* West set to continue sanctions (Edits, new throughout)

KIEV/DONETSK, Ukraine, Nov 12 (Reuters) - Ukraine said on Wednesday it was redeploying troops in the east because of fears separatists will launch a new military offensive, despite Russia's denials it has sent troops to reinforce the rebels.

A ceasefire agreed by the pro-Russian rebels and government forces more than two months ago is now all but dead, and Western fears of a return to all-out conflict are growing.

U.S. General Philip Breedlove, NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe, said the alliance had seen Russian troops and tanks entering Ukraine in the past few days, confirming reports by international observers.

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