Moscow and its allies now control all of Ukraine's Luhansk region after capturing the last major city Lysychansk, Russia claims
The Russian defence ministry says its troops have captured the villages surrounding Lysychansk, encircling the area.
The Russian defence ministry said on Sunday that Defence Minister General Sergei Shoigu had informed President Vladimir Putin of the "liberation" of the Luhansk region thanks to the capture of Lysychansk, once a major coal mining hub. There was no immediate response from Ukraine on the Russian claim, which, if confirmed, would mark a significant milestone for Moscow on 130th day of the conflict.The Russian defence ministry had said earlier on Sunday that its troops had captured the villages surrounding Lysychansk, encircling the area, and were fighting inside the city.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Russia-Ukraine live updates: Biden announces $800M more in aid.JamesAALongman reports from outside Odesa, at an apartment building that Ukrainian officials said was struck by a Russian missile, killing at least 20 people and wounding dozens of others, including children.
Read more »
Russia-Ukraine live updates: Russian strikes near Odesa after Snake Island withdrawalUkraine submitted a memorandum to the International Court of Justice on Russian aggression.
Read more »
Russia claims capture of pivotal city in eastern UkraineUkrainian fighters spent weeks trying to defend Lysychansk and to keep it from falling to Russia.
Read more »
Lviv prepares for Belarus attack in western Ukraine as Russia assaults EastResidents are called upon to help fight any aggressions, whether it's from Moscow or Minsk.
Read more »