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Fate of Ukraine's Soledar unclear as Wagner claims control

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The fate of the Ukrainian city of Soledar was unclear on Wednesday, with Russian mercenary group Wagner claiming control of it while also saying "urban battles" were still being fought. Both sides have said the battle for Soledar, known for its salt mines, has been intense and bloody. Its fall would mark a significant victory for Moscow's forces. Soledar, in the Donetsk region, lies around 10 kilometres from the city of Bakhmut, which Russia has been trying to seize for months.

Added on the 11/01/2023 11:39:06 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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