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Soviet occupation of Bessarabia and Northern Bukovina

28 Jun 1940 – 4 Jul 1940 · Bessarabia and Northern Bukovina

Following a Soviet ultimatum, Romania withdrew from Bessarabia and Northern Bukovina, which the Red Army occupied from 28 June 1940. The loss contributed to Romania's turn towards Germany.

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