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Russia claims capture of key eastern Ukrainian city Kostiantynivka

From Svenska Dagbladet · () Swedish

Translated from Swedish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Russia claims its forces have captured the eastern Ukrainian city of Kostiantynivka.
  • The Kremlin describes the city as a strategic hub with significant importance.
  • President Vladimir Putin thanked Russian soldiers for the alleged capture.

The Kremlin announced on Saturday that Russian forces have successfully captured the eastern Ukrainian city of Kostiantynivka. Russian presidential spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that the city is now entirely under Russian control.

Kostiantynivka is considered a significant strategic point, serving as a crucial junction for roads leading to other key cities in the Donetsk region, including Kramatorsk and Sloviansk. Its capture, if confirmed, would represent a notable gain for Russian forces in their ongoing offensive in eastern Ukraine.

The city is now entirely under our control.

— Dmitry PeskovThe Kremlin spokesperson announced the alleged capture of Kostiantynivka by Russian forces.

Following the announcement, Russian President Vladimir Putin appeared in uniform during a televised address to his general staff. He conveyed his gratitude to the Russian soldiers for the purported capture of Kostiantynivka, emphasizing its "great strategic importance."

The claim of capture comes amid continued fighting in eastern Ukraine. The strategic value of Kostiantynivka lies in its position as a transportation and logistical hub, potentially facilitating further Russian advances in the region.

It is of great strategic importance.

— Vladimir PutinRussian President Vladimir Putin commented on the significance of the alleged capture of Kostiantynivka.
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Originally published by Svenska Dagbladet in Swedish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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