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Ukraine Strikes Back as Russia Gathers 111,000 Troops

6/29/2025

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Tensions escalate as Ukraine's military chief reveals that Russia has amassed 111,000 troops near the strategic city of Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast. Despite relentless attacks, Ukrainian forces hold their ground. In a bold response, Ukraine ramps up drone strikes, recently targeting the Kirovske airfield in Crimea, successfully destroying helicopters and air defense systems.

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Tensions escalate as Ukraine's military chief reveals that Russia has amassed 111,000 troops near the strategic city of Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast. Despite relentless attacks, Ukrainian forces hold their ground. In a bold response, Ukraine ramps up drone strikes, recently targeting the Kirovske airfield in Crimea, successfully destroying helicopters and air defense systems.