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Russian forces capture Yampolivka in eastern Ukraine

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Posted on February 18, 2025

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· Last updated: January 26, 2026

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Russian Forces Take Control of Yampolivka in Eastern Ukraine

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian forces took control of the settlement of Yampolivka in eastern Ukraine, the RIA state news agency reported on Tuesday, citing the Defence Ministry.

Reuters could not independently confirm the battlefield report.

(Reporting by Reuters; Writing by Gleb Stolyarov; Editing by Alison Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • Russian forces have captured Yampolivka.
  • The report was made by the RIA state news agency.
  • Reuters has not independently confirmed the report.
  • The capture is part of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
  • The Defence Ministry is the source of the information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What settlement did Russian forces capture?
Russian forces took control of the settlement of Yampolivka in eastern Ukraine.
Who reported the capture of Yampolivka?
The capture was reported by the RIA state news agency, citing the Defence Ministry.
Could Reuters confirm the report of the capture?
Reuters could not independently confirm the battlefield report.

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