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Putin Claims Russian Forces Control Frontline Initiative in Ukraine, Liberating 189 Settlements and 4500 Square Kilometers in 2024

Dec 16, 2024, 10:42 AM

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russian forces currently hold the strategic initiative along the entire frontline in Ukraine. During a meeting of the Russian Defense Ministry, he stated that throughout 2024, Russian troops have successfully liberated 189 settlements as part of their military operations. Putin emphasized the significance of this year in achieving the objectives of the special military operation, asserting that Russian forces have gained control over key areas and are effectively managing the situation across all combat lines.