Infantry from the Russian 40th and 155th Naval Infantry Brigades gained footholds within Vuhledar, signaling the end of organized Ukrainian defense.
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Infantry from the Russian 40th and 155th Naval Infantry Brigades gained footholds within Vuhledar, signaling the end of organized Ukrainian defense.
Geolocated footage indicates Russian forces recently marginally advanced along Maiakovskhoho Street in central Toretsk
The attack is coming from three sides: Vodyane, Prechistivka, and Pavlivka. The enemy has pushed into the south and west of the city, and heavy fighting is underway there.
Geolocated footage indicates that Russian forces recently advanced within southeastern Tsukuryne.
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Extracted: 2026-02-16T21:56:26.231Z
Source story: day-955-2024-10-07