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Ukrainian Forces Repel Russian Attacks Amid Holiday Propaganda

12/29/2025

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Ukrainian forces hold defensive positions in Myrnohrad and Pokrovsk, Donetsk Oblast, as Russian assaults continue.
On December 28, Ukraine's Air Assault Forces reported that Russian attempts to breach defenses have failed.
Conflicting claims emerged, with Ukraine asserting control over Myrnohrad while Russian media circulated videos.
The Ukrainian General Staff dismissed Russian claims of occupation as disinformation.
Ukrainian troops noted that Russian propaganda targets domestic audiences during the holiday season.

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Ukrainian forces hold defensive positions in Myrnohrad and Pokrovsk, Donetsk Oblast, as Russian assaults continue.
On December 28, Ukraine's Air Assault Forces reported that Russian attempts to breach defenses have failed.
Conflicting claims emerged, with Ukraine asserting control over Myrnohrad while Russian media circulated videos.
The Ukrainian General Staff dismissed Russian claims of occupation as disinformation.
Ukrainian troops noted that Russian propaganda targets domestic audiences during the holiday season.