The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence denied the capture of Bakhmut, stating that despite the critical situation, Ukrainian soldiers still control some facilities in the city.
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The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine denied the capture of Bakhmut: despite the "critical situation" in the city, Ukrainian soldiers control some facilities.
Wagner and the Russian Defense Ministry claimed victory over Bakhmut on May 20.
Ukraine dismissed the claims of victory over Bakhmut made by Wagner and the Russian Defense Ministry.
Russia claimed to have captured Bakhmut on May 20, 2023
On May 20, Yevhen Prygozhyn posted a video claiming Wagner mercenaries had completely seized Bakhmut.
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