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Ukrainian Forces Face Tough Battle to Protect Kostiantynivka

As Ukraine continues to defend against Russian drone assaults, the fight for control in Kostiantynivka exemplifies the hardships faced by troops on the Eastern Front.

By Constant Méheut, Olha Konovalova and David GuttenfelderSource: nytimes.com1 min read

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The battle for Kostiantynivka is intensifying as Ukrainian soldiers deal with relentless drone attacks and challenging conditions. This city serves as a crucial defense point in the ongoing conflict, highlighting the dangers faced by military personnel.

Ukrainian troops are currently engaged in a fierce struggle to defend the city of Kostiantynivka from ongoing Russian drone assaults. This city is pivotal for Ukraine’s last major line of defense in the crucial Donetsk region.One soldier from the 93rd Mechanized Brigade, Oleh Chausov, recounted his harrowing experience after being severely injured on the battlefield. The rescue attempt for him was complicated by the surrounding drone activity, making conventional evacuation near-impossible. Instead, his brigade attempted to utilize a small, remote-operated vehicle for extraction. Unfortunately, this vehicle triggered a mine, further complicating the situation.Despite his injuries and the dangers, Chausov managed to crawl to safety in a nearby trench, but found himself still trapped in perilous conditions on the Eastern Front. The situation exemplifies the challenges faced by soldiers as they navigate threats from both enemies and the landscape itself in their fight for survival and defense.

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