Life under fire in Donbas as Russian forces advance on Kostiantynivka
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- Category: Europe
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-19 12:38 UTC
- Sources: DW Europe
Russian forces are pressing their advance on the Ukrainian town of Kostiantynivka with the goal of seizing the entire Donbas region. Despite the ongoing threat, civilians and fighters continue to hold their ground, according to a DW report from the area.
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