Russia Claims Velyka Novosilka Capture
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Velyka NovosilkaPBS
•Russia says it has captured a strategic town in eastern Ukraine after a monthslong battle
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Russia 's Defense Ministry announced the fall of Velyka Novosilka , which had around 5,000 residents before the war, following a monthslong battle.
Ukraine claimed its troops had only strategically withdrawn from certain areas.
If confirmed, it would be the first significant town to capitulate in 2025 under Moscow ’s onslaught in eastern Donetsk region.
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