Ukrainian forces are taking up new defensive lines in the eastern part of the country as President Vladimir Putin proclaims Russia's victory in the months-long battle of Luhansk.
Ukrainian forces are taking up new defensive lines in the eastern part of the country as President Vladimir Putin proclaimed Russia's victory in the months-long battle of Luhansk.Luhansk province is one of two regions Russia has demanded Ukraine cede to separatists in the Donbas region
Military experts say the battle could be a turning point in the war, making a big impact on both sides' ability to fight onbringing an end to one of the biggest battles in Europe in generations. It completed Russia's conquest of Luhansk province, one of two regions it has demanded Ukraine cede to separatists in the Donbas region.
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