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Russia claims village in Ukraine's Donetsk region
FRANCE 24 English
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1/31/2025
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Once a vibrant city, Poklovsk has been left in ruins.
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Most of its residents have fled and those who decided to stay
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are now facing increased attacks by Russian forces.
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The drones are flying, exploding and falling near people.
00:18
The roofs are shaking, everything is falling on our heads, everything is shaking.
00:23
It's scary, the explosions are so loud.
00:27
Located in the eastern Donetsk region, which Russia first attacked more than a decade ago,
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Poklovsk is a hub of railway and road networks crucial in eastern Ukraine.
00:39
If it lost it, Ukraine would struggle to supply its frontline positions.
00:44
If Russia took control of it, it would have more leverage to invade new Ukrainian strongholds,
00:51
cementing Moscow's hold on the eastern region.
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Some analysts say that Russia's attacks have already hampered supply efforts.
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As the Russians now have gotten closer and are, let's say,
01:05
within artillery range of Poklovsk and able to fly FPV drones over the city,
01:15
it is clear that the city is no longer an important communication hub for the Ukrainians.
01:23
President Zelensky has changed generals in commanding positions in the east,
01:28
hoping to find a more efficient strategy.
01:32
Amid the growing aggression from the Russian Federation,
01:36
we have to always be ready for combat, ready for any possible development.
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Although they have fought to keep the city under control,
01:46
Ukrainians are struggling and seem to be outnumbered by Russia's manpower.
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