Russia asserts control over Kostyantynivka; Ukraine denies the claim
On Friday, Russia announced that its military had seized the eastern Ukrainian city of Kostyantynivka. President Vladimir Putin expressed his gratitude to the troops, labeling the city's takeover as a move of "major strategic importance." He characterized Kostyantynivka as a vital industrial hub and a critical transportation center for the Donbas area. In response, Ukrainian officials dismissed the Russian statement, labeling it as untrue.
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