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Russia Captures Key Ukrainian Cities, Threatens Eastern Forces
12/5/2025
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Story summary
- On December 2, 2025, the Kremlin announced Pokrovsk and Vovchansk were captured in eastern Ukraine.
- Valery Gerasimov, Chief of the General Staff, briefed President Vladimir Putin on liberation.
- Kremlin released a video of President Vladimir Putin in military attire during the briefing.
- Russia's Defense Ministry shared footage of soldiers raising the flag over Pokrovsk's central square.
- Its capture could threaten nearby Ukrainian forces and facilitate Russian advances in Donetsk region.
