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Russian forces capture two villages in eastern Ukraine, defence ministry says

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Posted on January 16, 2026

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· Last updated: January 19, 2026

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MOSCOW, Jan 16 (Reuters) - Russian troops took control of the village of Zakitne in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region and Olenokostiantynivka in the southeastern Zaporizhzhia region, the Defence

Russian Troops Seize Control of Two Villages in Eastern Ukraine

Overview of Recent Military Advances

MOSCOW, Jan 16 (Reuters) - Russian troops took control of the village of Zakitne in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region and Olenokostiantynivka in the southeastern Zaporizhzhia region, the Defence Ministry said on Friday.

Details of the Captured Villages

Reuters could not independently verify the battlefield report.

Verification of Reports

(Reporting by Reuters; Writing by Lucy Papachristou)

Key Takeaways

  • Russian forces captured Zakitne and Olenokostiantynivka.
  • The villages are located in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions.
  • The Defence Ministry reported the capture on Friday.
  • Reuters could not independently verify the report.
  • The capture marks a significant military advance.

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