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Russian forces repelled Ukrainian counterattacks near Kamyanske and are continuing to advance near the settlement.

Kamyanske, Zaporizhzhia Oblast
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Russian forces repelled Ukrainian counterattacks near Kamyanske and are continuing to advance

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Five units of Russian military vehicles were destroyed in the operation.

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Source story: russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-december-29-2024