Posted 9/18/2023, 12:31:00 AM

Ukraine Retakes Village South of Bakhmut, Makes New Gains Against Russian Forces

Ukraine recaptures village near Bakhmut, its second gain in 3 days around the strategic city
Ukrainian forces raise flag in Klishchiivka village after weeks of fighting
Victory allows Ukraine to advance from southern flank towards Bakhmut
Ukraine inflicted "powerful damage" on Russian units including airborne & Chechen fighters
Russia still trying to regain lost positions at Klishchiivka which it controlled since January

reuters.com

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