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The Fight for Ugledar: Why controlling a small town in southwestern Donbass is so important for the Russian military
Moscow is hoping it will be third time lucky as the first anniversary of its offensive approaches After the successful capture of Soledar, Russia has continued to advance in Donbass, with battles ongoing. To the southwest, Ugledar – a small mining town a hundred kilometers north of Mariupol – has become the main contact point for Moscow’s troops. If the Russians succeed in this offensive,…