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In some cases, the claims will trigger ultimatums that can let the victim surrender without a fight.
It's how Besserabia and the Baltic work for the Soviets. Once the claims are in place, you start justifying for the war. They will (usually) give in within a week or so.
Capturing 30,000 infantry equipment without firing a shot from annexing the Baltic is helpful.